Apple tightens macOS Full Disk Access controls over AI agent risks

Apple announced new restrictions on the macOS Full Disk Access setting, citing growing risks from AI agents. The move follows reports that Meta's Muse app read private messages and a flaw in ChatGPT's Mac app.

• Apple will add extra confirmation steps for granting Full Disk Access
• The setting lets apps access files, mail, messages and browsing history
• Triggered by a Meta Muse complaint and a ChatGPT Mac app flaw
• Apple says it will require "very explicit user action" for such access