OpenAI fixes Codex bug that deleted real user files without permission

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OpenAI patched Codex after GPT-5.6 Sol started deleting real user files on its own.

A cleanup command meant for temporary folders was wiping home directories instead.

Codex now verifies deletion targets first, and full-access mode can no longer be triggered by accident.


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