Apple plans to change macOS to warn users about AI agents accessing data

Apple plans to change the Mac operating system to make users more aware of requests from third-party AI agents to access all data on the computer.

Apple currently provides app developers with a set of protection mechanisms, but some apps bypass these protections and gain access to all files on the laptop.

The company is committed to introducing additional controls to ensure users are aware of when and to whom they are giving full access to their data.

WASHINGTON, October 3 – RIA Novosti. Apple has announced that it plans to change the Mac operating system so that users understand when third-party AI agents are requesting access to all data on the computer.

Apple now provides app developers with a set of security mechanisms to protect users' personal data. However, some applications require a feature in the Mac operating system that largely bypasses these protections and gives developers access to all files on the laptop, the company explains.

"As AI agents become more skilled and autonomous, the risks associated with this level of access will increase significantly. We are committed to ensuring that users clearly understand these risks before granting such access," the company said in a statement.

The company's goal is to introduce additional controls so that users are aware at what point and to whom they give full access to their drive, including all saved files, access to mail, instant messages and even browser history.

Scandals surrounding out-of-control AI systems have become more frequent in recent months. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has proposed slowing down the development of AI models so as not to lose control over them. His idea was supported by xAI founder Elon Musk. The largest American companies involved in the development of artificial intelligence called on the US authorities to support the creation of tools to regulate developments in this area.

At the end of September, the leadership of American artificial intelligence companies, after a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House, promised to strengthen internal controls over AI models. The agreement was signed by Trump, as well as the heads of Google, Anthropic, OpenAI, xAI and Meta*.