OpenAI unveils Lockdown Mode to protect sensitive data from prompt injection attacks
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OpenAI Lockdown Mode addresses prompt injection, directly relevant to AI security and agent orchestration.
Summary
OpenAI launched Lockdown Mode to mitigate prompt injection attacks by disabling live web browsing, image retrieval, deep research, and agent mode, restricting access to cached content only. The feature targets ChatGPT Business and eligible personal accounts handling sensitive data, though OpenAI warns it does not eliminate all injection risks from cached content or uploaded files. Lockdown Mode is rolling out now to self-serve Business accounts, aiming to reduce data exfiltration rather than guarantee full protection.