GPT-5.6 Halts Basic Bug Fixing Over Unnecessary Cybersecurity Fears
switchplonge · reddit · 2026-08-10
A developer reported that GPT-5.6 (Codex) abruptly stopped while fixing bugs in a local repository, blocked by a system warning about cybersecurity risks. The AI halted the authorized repair work mid-edit, displaying a caution message typically reserved for security professionals.
The user pointed out that simply prioritizing and fixing bugs in their own codebase was mistakenly flagged as a threat. This false positive is particularly frustrating as it interrupts the workflow after file modifications have begun, potentially leaving the worktree in a broken state. The incident highlights the ongoing challenge AI coding tools face in distinguishing defensive bug fixing from actual malicious activity.
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