OpenAI's ChatGPT Agent Launches With Expanded Powers—And Elevated Risk

Key Points

1. ChatGPT Agent enables users to delegate complex tasks like generating slide decks and accessing third-party apps such as Google Drive and GitHub.

2. The tool operates using a virtual computer, described as a sandboxed environment for the AI.

3. OpenAI warns of new security threats, including prompt injection attacks that could exploit the AI to steal sensitive information.

4. OpenAI has implemented safeguards, such as training the model to ignore suspicious instructions and monitoring agent behavior for suspicious activity.

5. Users are advised to stay cautious, and the tool requires explicit approval for sensitive actions like making purchases or accessing sensitive data.