ChatGPT Sends Messages: Privacy Concerns for Mac Users

ChatGPT can now read, search, summarize, draft, and send messages through Apple's Messages app on supported Macs. This new ability launched on August 20 for Apple Silicon Macs and works within ChatGPT Work and Codex. The feature requires "Full Disk Access" and other permissions. While ChatGPT drafts messages, it typically requires your approval before sending. However, OpenAI warns against enabling persistent approval, as malicious messages could manipulate the AI into sending unintended replies. This development means AI can now interact with your personal communications in a much deeper way, raising questions about privacy and control.