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New ChatGPT Lockdown Mode Limits Tools That Could Enable Data Exfiltration

OpenAI has introduced Lockdown Mode for ChatGPT personal accounts to mitigate data exfiltration risks from prompt injection attacks. The feature targets users and organizations handling sensitive data by restricting certain tools and capabilities. It is available across all personal account tiers including Free, Go, Plus, and Pro.

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June 6, 2026 · 1 min read

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OpenAI has begun rolling out a new Lockdown Mode to ChatGPT for eligible personal accounts to reduce the risk of data exfiltration arising from prompt injection attacks. The feature is primarily designed for people and organizations that handle sensitive data and require stricter protection guarantees. Lockdown Mode is available to logged-in users across Free, Go, Plus, and Pro, and

Originally published at thehackernews.com

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