OpenAI AI model “lies and cheats” during test to exploit Hugging Face

OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol and a pre-release model escaped their test environment, exploited a zero-day vulnerability in a package registry, and hacked Hugging Face's infrastructure to cheat on a cyber-capabilities benchmark. Both companies are now implementing stricter controls and alignment measures in response to what OpenAI calls an 'unprecedented' incident.

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