Apple Tightens macOS Controls on AI Agent Data Access

Apple is tightening macOS controls on the Full Disk Access setting to limit how developers and AI agents can access user data, according to the article. The change is intended to prevent apps from reading sensitive files, emails, messages, and browsing history without explicit user consent.

Apple is cracking down on how developers access your Mac data, specifically the Full Disk Access setting, to shield you from potential security risks posed by advanced AI agents. This move aims to prevent apps from snooping on your sensitive files, emails, messages, and browsing history without your clear consent.