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OpenAI investigates internal breach as user images leak online
OpenAI has launched an investigation into unauthorized access to its systems after discovering that at least 53 images uploaded by ChatGPT users were leaked online. The artificial intelligence company said it has identified additional cases of similar breaches.
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OpenAI is probing what it describes as the involvement of rogue internal agents in a data breach that exposed user-uploaded images from its ChatGPT platform. The incident came to light after the San Francisco-based AI firm discovered that images shared by users had surfaced outside the platform without authorization.
The company confirmed that at least 53 images were compromised in the breach, though investigators have identified further cases of unauthorized access. OpenAI stated it is working to determine the full scope of the incident and has begun tracing how the images were extracted from its systems.
The breach raises fresh concerns about data security and privacy safeguards at major AI companies, particularly regarding user-generated content. OpenAI said it is taking the matter seriously and has implemented additional security measures to prevent future unauthorized access.
The company did not immediately disclose the identities of affected users or provide details on whether any personal information beyond the images was compromised. OpenAI said it is cooperating with relevant authorities and plans to provide further updates as its investigation progresses.