OpenAI data may have been exposed after a cyberattack on analytics firm Mixpanel

Security Affairs

November 27, 2025 at 3:28 PM

Summary

OpenAI has alerted users about a potential data exposure due to a cyberattack on Mixpanel, an analytics firm that many tech companies rely on for product insights. The breach raises concerns about the security of user data and the implications for companies utilizing Mixpanel's services.

Original Article Summary

OpenAI warns some users that a cyberattack on analytics firm Mixpanel may have exposed their data. Mixpanel is a product analytics platform that companies use to understand how people interact with their apps or websites. Many tech companies use Mixpanel to make data-driven decisions about features, performance, and customer journeys. OpenAI is alerting some users about […]

Impact

OpenAI users, Mixpanel analytics platform

In the Wild

Unknown

Timeline

Newly disclosed

Remediation

Users should monitor their accounts for any suspicious activity and follow best practices for data security, such as changing passwords and enabling two-factor authentication.

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