New ChatGPT Lockdown Mode Limits Tools That Could Enable Data Exfiltration

New ChatGPT Lockdown Mode Limits Tools That Could Enable Data Exfiltration
OpenAI is rolling out Lockdown Mode for eligible ChatGPT personal and Business accounts to reduce data exfiltration risks from prompt injection attacks. The feature limits web and external-service access by disabling tools like live browsing, image retrieval, deep research, Agent mode, Canvas networking, and file downloads. #OpenAI #ChatGPT #LockdownMode #PromptInjection

Keypoints

  • Lockdown Mode is an optional advanced security setting for ChatGPT.
  • It is designed to reduce data exfiltration from prompt injection attacks.
  • The mode limits outbound network requests and external-service connections.
  • It disables features such as live browsing, image support, deep research, Agent mode, Canvas networking, and file downloads.
  • OpenAI also added session management tools to help users review and log out of active sessions.

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