OpenAI Codex CLI v0.149.1 Changelog
What changed in Codex CLI v0.149.1, released 2026-08-24 — explained in plain English.
- This is a small but important update to keep the tool running smoothly.
- It focuses on fixing annoying bugs rather than adding major new features.
- If you use this tool to write or edit code, this update makes it more reliable.
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This release is a quick maintenance update for the Codex command-line tool (a program you run in your terminal to help write code). It matters most to developers who use this tool daily, as it patches up specific glitches that could get in the way of their work.
Fixes
- Fixed a bug where the tool would sometimes freeze or get stuck when trying to read certain types of files, so it now runs without those annoying hiccups.
- Fixed an issue where error messages were confusing and didn't actually tell you what went wrong, making it much easier to figure out how to fix a problem if something breaks.
Breaking changes
No breaking changes in this release.
How to upgrade
Update to OpenAI Codex CLI v0.149.1 by running:
codex --upgradeThis is our plain-language summary. Read the complete, official notes on the OpenAI Codex CLI official changelog ↗.
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