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Apple says it will add new controls around macOS's Full Disk Access permission because increasingly capable AI agents make granting one app broad access to files, messages, mail, and browsing history riskier.

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Apple Tightens macOS 'Full Disk Access' Controls Over New AI Agent Risks

What Apple announced

FAQ

What is Full Disk Access in macOS?

It is a system permission that grants an app broad access to user data such as files, messages, mail, and browsing history, beyond per-folder permissions.

Why is Apple tightening controls now?

According to Apple, increasingly capable AI agents make broad access for a single app riskier, since an agent may execute multi-step actions on the user's behalf.

Does this affect users in the Middle East?

Yes. Any organization or government entity using Macs or building AI agents on them will be affected by the new permission controls and should review its policies.

Should IT teams prepare now?

It is wise to audit which apps hold this permission, reduce it to the minimum necessary, and document the justification before the changes take effect.

Source: TechCrunch AI

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