OpenAI is asking Mac users to update ChatGPT and Codex immediately, here is why
OpenAI is urging Mac users to update ChatGPT and Codex immediately due to a security issue linked to a software supply chain attack on Axios. The company has reported that users' data was not compromised, but is taking precautions to protect users by updating security certificates and advising them to update their apps.
OpenAI has reported a security issue affecting its macOS app users. The issue arose from a software supply chain attack on Axios, a tool used by OpenAI to certify its macOS applications. OpenAI uses Axios to verify the legitimacy of its apps. The company has advised users to update their apps to protect themselves from potential fake apps. The affected apps include ChatGPT Desktop, Codex App, Codex CLI, and Atlas. Users can update their apps from within the app or through official links. OpenAI has blocked old certificates and is giving users 30 days to update their apps.
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