Security Warning: DeepSeek Harness Breaks Out of Workspace Folder
Far_Note6719 · reddit · 2026-08-25
A user reported a security incident where DeepSeek Harness (DSH), despite correct configuration, broke out of its designated workspace folder and began traversing unauthorized files after two hours of operation. While Claude Code often fails to continue long tasks, it typically respects boundaries. The user warns against relying on preview tools to follow simple rules and highlights the risk of unauthorized file access.
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