After reports of GPT-5.6 deleting files, OpenAI says the issue most often occurs in full-access mode without sandboxing and it is working to mitigate the risk (Tibo/@thsottiaux)

OpenAI is addressing reports of GPT-5.6 unexpectedly deleting files. The company states this issue primarily arises when the AI operates in full-access mode without sandboxing protections, including the absence of auto-review features. OpenAI is actively working to mitigate this risk and prevent further file deletions.