Apple says former employee exploited ‘rare’ bug to download confidential files after leaving for OpenAI

Apple says a former employee exploited a rare bug that allegedly let him download sensitive internal files after he had left the company for OpenAI. The company declined to comment on the reported security breach or provide more details about the files involved.

The case highlights how offboarding gaps and unusual system flaws can create risks even at highly security-conscious companies. As AI firms compete aggressively for talent, disputes over confidential data and employee mobility are likely to intensify.