OpenAI's Mac app saved chats as plain text, leaving them vulnerable to access

From Ziff Davis: 2024-07-07 12:40:44

OpenAI’s Mac app was found to store conversations in plain text, leaving them vulnerable to access by anyone with access to the machine, just days after news of a hack last year. The issue was initially spotted by a user who noted the non-protected location where the conversations were stored.

Despite the update to encrypt local chats, the app is still not sandboxed. Users are advised to ensure they have the most recent version of the app installed to protect their conversations. Stay informed with What’s New Now for top stories delivered to your inbox every morning.



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