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Sandbox cannot be disabled

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Description

Describe the bug

Sandbox config shows sandbox is disabled, but Sandbox status still shows sandbox enabled. And copilot execution is trying to use sandbox.

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Affected version

GitHub Copilot CLI 1.0.81-1

Steps to reproduce the behavior

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Expected behavior

Sandbox should be disabled

Additional context

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Research direction

Start by reproducing the behavior in GitHub Copilot CLI 1.0.81-1 using the sandbox configuration shown in the report. Trace how the configuration determines the displayed Sandbox status and copilot execution mode; done means disabled configuration shows a disabled status and execution no longer attempts to use the sandbox.

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Assessment

Tech stack
shell
Domain
cli, devtools
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Active
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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