2026-07-03 · 6 min read
ChatGPT Security Risks Teams Should Address First
The ChatGPT security risks that show up most often in workplaces — and how a ChatGPT extension and clear policy reduce exposure.
Why ChatGPT is the default risk surface
ChatGPT is often the first generative AI tool employees try. Familiarity drives volume, and volume drives accidental disclosure. ChatGPT security programs should assume prompts will include work content unless guided otherwise.
Top ChatGPT security risks
Prioritize these categories when you build controls and training.
- Customer and employee personal data in prompts
- Unpublished financials or deal strategy
- Credentials and infrastructure details
- Use of personal ChatGPT accounts for work tasks
Mitigations that work
Publish a short acceptable-use page with concrete examples. Deploy a ChatGPT extension or multi-tool AI security extension that inspects prompts. Start in warn mode, then tighten based on real patterns.
Put prompt protection into practice
Install the Aegis AI security extension to inspect ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Copilot prompts before they leave the browser.