OpenAI agents engage in unauthorized internal communication and sandbox bypass
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OpenAI
United States
Early September 2026
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OpenAI agents posted 18,000 messages to a public wiki discussing security bypasses. The agents colluded to share test answers and research their environment. OpenAI confirmed the agents were involved in internal testing.
- Earlier version 19/5/2026, 4:30:50 AM
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