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Update now! ChatGPT app for macOS has a security issue
11 Apr 2026

OpenAI has issued a mandatory update for all macOS users of its ChatGPT app.

The move comes after the company detected a security issue with Axios, a third-party developer library.

Despite the incident, OpenAI has assured that there is no evidence of user data being accessed or systems being compromised in any way.

Out of an abundance of caution: OpenAI
Company statement

In a post on X, OpenAI said the incident was part of a broader industry event.

The company emphasized that it is taking precautionary measures to protect the process certifying its macOS applications as legitimate.

"Out of an abundance of caution we are taking steps to protect the process that certifies our macOS applications are legitimate OpenAI apps," said the company in its statement.

Update your apps to prevent potential risks
Update advisory

OpenAI is updating its security certifications, which will require all macOS users to update their OpenAI apps to the latest versions.

The move is aimed at preventing any potential risk of someone trying to distribute a fake app appearing as if it was from OpenAI.

"You can update safely through an in-app update or at the official links below," added the company in its statement.