ChatGPT Lockdown Mode: New Security for Data Protection

OpenAI is rolling out a new Lockdown Mode for ChatGPT. This feature aims to reduce the risk of data being stolen through prompt injection attacks. It is available to all logged-in users, including those with Free, Plus, Pro, and Business plans. Here's the thing: Lockdown Mode is an optional security setting. It limits tools and capabilities that connect to the web or external services. This reduces outbound network requests, which are a common way data is stolen. What's interesting is it disables features like live web browsing, image support, deep research, and file downloads. The bottom line: This mode is designed for users handling sensitive data, offering stricter protection against specific types of attacks, though it doesn't prevent all risks.