OpenAI's GPT-5.6 deletes user files in full access mode

OpenAI's GPT-5.6 accidentally deleted entire user directories in 'Full Access Mode' by overwriting a temporary directory variable without confirmation.

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The issue occurred primarily in unprotected environments, leading to unintended destructive actions.

OpenAI has implemented additional safeguards and will release a detailed post-mortem to prevent future incidents.

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