> Apple tightens macOS disk access as AI agents become more powerful
[AUTHOR: Anamarija Pogorelec]
[DATE: 05/10/2026 08:11]
[LANGUAGE: EN]
Apple plans to introduce additional controls for Full Disk Access in macOS, citing growing privacy risks as AI agents become more capable and autonomous. Users will need to take explicit action to grant apps this permission. The company has not specified a rollout date or detailed how the controls will work. Apple’s APIs include controls designed to protect users’ private data. Full Disk Access largely bypasses these protections so backup apps can function properly. Apple … More →
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