OpenAI Updates ChatGPT Mac App After Major Security Flaw Exposed

Developer finds conversations stored in plain text, prompting swift encryption update from OpenAI.

ChatGPT macOS app initially stored user conversations in plain text, raising privacy concerns.
Developer Pedro José Pereira Vieito demonstrated how easily chats could be accessed using a simple app.
OpenAI's app bypassed Apple's sandboxing requirements by being available only through its own website.
After the issue was highlighted, OpenAI released an update to encrypt stored conversations.
The update prevents unauthorized access to user data, addressing the identified security vulnerability.