OpenAI's Lockdown Mode: ChatGPT Fights Prompt Injection

OpenAI is rolling out a new security feature called Lockdown Mode for all ChatGPT users. This optional setting aims to protect against prompt injection attacks. Here's the thing: Prompt injection attacks can trick AI into revealing sensitive data. Lockdown Mode addresses this by disabling certain functions that could lead to data theft. What's interesting is that when enabled, Lockdown Mode restricts live web browsing to cached content only. It completely disables deep research and agent mode. Canvas-generated code also loses network access, and ChatGPT stops downloading files for data analysis. OpenAI says this mode is not for everyone. It's designed for users and organizations handling sensitive data who need stronger protection from data exfiltration risks. The bottom line: While Lockdown Mode doesn't block prompt injections from entering ChatGPT, it prevents the outbound network requests an attacker would need to steal data. This gives users more control over how ChatGPT handles sensitive information.