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Apple will tighten Mac full disk access after AI privacy concerns

Apple announced it will add stricter controls to the 'Full Disk Access' setting on macOS, citing increased risks as AI agents become more capable. The company says some apps are using this permission in ways that could expose users' files, emails, messages, and browsing history without clear consent. Going forward, users will need to take more explicit action to grant such access, though Apple has not detailed the timeline for these changes.

Why it mattersAI-powered apps can access sensitive personal data if granted full disk access, potentially compromising user privacy. Apple's move indicates growing industry concern over how advanced AI agents interact with system-level permissions.

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TechCrunchApple says it’s tightening macOS ‘Full Disk Access’ controls due to new risks from AI agents6:11 PM →9to5MacApple says it’s tightening macOS privacy controls amid the rise of AI agents6:34 PM →MacRumorsHeadline onlyApple Announces 'Full Disk Access' Changes on macOS Due to AI Agents8:04 PM →The VergeApple will limit Mac disk access as AI agents ‘substantially’ increase risk8:08 PM →Daring Fireball★ Apple Is Going to Further Tighten the Screws on Full Disk Access on MacOS, in Response to Agentic AI Apps Running Amok8:40 PM →AppleInsiderHeadline onlyApple moves to protect private Mac data from overreaching AI apps8:46 PM →Business InsiderApple is adding new privacy safeguards for Mac users as AI agents get more powerful9:33 PM →

How it unfolded

  • TechCrunch Apple says it’s tightening macOS ‘Full Disk Access’ controls due to new risks from AI agents
  • 9to5Mac Apple says it’s tightening macOS privacy controls amid the rise of AI agents
  • MacRumors Apple Announces 'Full Disk Access' Changes on macOS Due to AI Agents
  • The Verge Apple will limit Mac disk access as AI agents ‘substantially’ increase risk
  • Daring Fireball ★ Apple Is Going to Further Tighten the Screws on Full Disk Access on MacOS, in Response to Agentic AI Apps Running Amok
  • AppleInsider Apple moves to protect private Mac data from overreaching AI apps
  • Business Insider Apple is adding new privacy safeguards for Mac users as AI agents get more powerful

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