Apple says it’s tightening macOS ‘Full Disk Access’ controls due to new risks from AI agents

After a journalist claimed Meta's Muse app on Mac accessed his private messages (a claim Meta disputed) and a Wired report highlighted a ChatGPT Mac app flaw that could expose sensitive data, Apple announced it is introducing new controls for macOS's "Full Disk Access" setting. The feature was originally designed for backups, but AI agents have increased the risks of such broad access. In a developer blog post, Apple stated that some developers are using Full Disk Access in ways that put users at risk by exposing system data without full user awareness. Going forward, granting this access will require very explicit user action. Apple emphasized that as AI agents become more capable and autonomous, the risks will grow substantially, and users must clearly understand these risks before granting access. Apple did not respond to TechCrunch's inquiry.

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