[BUG] version 2.1.191 Claude code on macos traverses file structures and re-asks for permissions that were granted previously. This includes folders where users have told Claude not to traverse.

Open 💬 0 comments Opened Jun 25, 2026 by sixtybus

Preflight Checklist

  • [x] I have searched existing issues and this hasn't been reported yet
  • [x] This is a single bug report (please file separate reports for different bugs)
  • [x] I am using the latest version of Claude Code

What's Wrong?

Claude code on macos traverses file structures and re-asks for permissions that were granted previously. This includes folders where users have told Claude not to traverse

What Should Happen?

Claude code should retain local folder permissions after update. After an update, Claude code should respect boundaries for the file structure and not guess.

Error Messages/Logs

"2.1.191" would like to access data from other apps.

Steps to Reproduce

  1. Update claude code
  2. Let it reask for permissions

Claude Model

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Is this a regression?

Yes, this worked in a previous version

Last Working Version

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Claude Code Version

2.1.191

Platform

Anthropic API

Operating System

macOS

Terminal/Shell

Other

Additional Information

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