Apple announced plans to introduce stricter controls for the Full Disk Access feature on macOS. This security setting currently allows applications to access system-wide data, including files, email, messages, and browsing history, provided the user grants permission.
The company stated that some developers utilize this access in ways that may expose sensitive user data without full awareness. Apple intends to require more explicit user actions to authorize this level of access, citing the growing risks posed by increasingly autonomous AI agents.
The policy update follows reports involving Meta’s Muse AI agent. Technology columnist Jason Aten alleged that the tool accessed private messages on his Mac without his authorization. Meta spokesperson Andy Stone disputed these claims, stating that Muse requires both Full Disk Access and a specific Messages connector to function, both of which are opt-in settings.
In a broader context, the industry is exploring the role of agentic AI in business operations. Recent analysis suggests that B2B procurement systems are evolving to support programmable purchasing authority, allowing AI agents to handle tasks like purchasing equipment within defined supplier and price parameters.
