Security Model
Meta-OS is designed with privacy and security as foundational principles, not afterthoughts. Here's how we protect your data and give you control.
Core Security Principles
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Privacy by Default
Most processing happens on-device. Your data never leaves your phone unless explicitly required.
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Least Privilege
Agents only get the minimum permissions needed. No blanket "access all contacts" — only "read Sarah's contact when scheduled."
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Full Transparency
Every capability is declared in plain language. Audit logs show exactly what each agent accessed.
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Instant Revocation
Remove agent permissions anytime. Changes take effect immediately, no restart required.
Agent Sandboxing
Every agent runs in an isolated sandbox with zero default permissions. The AI Orchestrator mediates all access to system resources and user data.
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Process Isolation
Each agent runs in its own process
Agents cannot see or interfere with each other. If one agent crashes, it doesn't affect others or the system. Memory is isolated and wiped after execution.
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No Direct System Access
All system calls go through orchestrator
Agents can't directly access filesystem, network, sensors, or contacts. They must request data through the orchestrator, which verifies permissions first.
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Resource Limits
CPU, memory, and network quotas
Agents have strict time and resource limits. If an agent tries to use excessive CPU (cryptomining) or memory, it's automatically terminated.
Capability-Based Permissions
Meta-OS uses fine-grained capability declarations instead of all-or-nothing permissions.
❌ Traditional Mobile OS (iOS/Android)
"Allow Uber to access your location?"
• Always (even when app is closed)
• Only while using the app
• Never
⚠️ No context on why, how often, or what data is collected
✅ Meta-OS Capability Declaration
Travel Agent capabilities:
location.read • Purpose: Find nearby hotels and restaurants • Frequency: Only when you ask for trip suggestions
calendar.write • Purpose: Add travel dates to your calendar • User approval required for each event
network.fetch • Domains: booking.com, tripadvisor.com • Purpose: Fetch flight and hotel prices
✓ Clear purpose, specific scope, user control
Data Privacy
On-Device Processing
The on-device AI model handles:
- ✓ All voice command understanding
- ✓ Contact lookups and calendar operations
- ✓ Message drafting and intent parsing
- ✓ Personal Memory searches
- ✓ Basic Q&A using local knowledge
Result: Most interactions never touch the internet. Your conversations, contacts, and calendar remain private on your device.
Cloud Processing (Opt-In)
Cloud AI is only used when:
- • Complex reasoning beyond device capabilities
- • Real-time external data (weather, news, stock prices)
- • Agent downloads from the store
User control: You're always notified when data leaves your device. Disable cloud processing in Settings (may limit some features).
Data Encryption
✓At rest: AES-256 encryption for all local data
✓In transit: TLS 1.3 for all network communication
✓Secure enclave: Biometric data, encryption keys
Audit & Transparency
Meta-OS maintains a complete audit log of all agent activity. You can see exactly what each agent accessed, when, and why.
Example Audit Log
12:34 PM • Weather Agent
✓ Read location (37.7749° N, 122.4194° W)
Purpose: Fetch local weather forecast
12:35 PM • Calendar Agent
✓ Created event "Lunch with Sarah"
Purpose: User requested via voice command
12:36 PM • Messages Agent
✓ Sent SMS to Sarah (+1-555-0123)
Purpose: Calendar invite notification
Access audit logs anytime: Settings → Privacy → Activity Log
Agent Verification & Trust
All agents in the Meta-OS Agent Store are verified, code-signed, and continuously monitored.
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Code Signing
Every agent is cryptographically signed by its developer. Meta-OS verifies signatures before installation and blocks tampered agents.
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Security Review
Automated analysis checks for malicious patterns, excessive permissions, or suspicious network activity before agents reach the store.
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Verified Developers
Well-known companies (Spotify, Uber, etc.) get verified badges. Enterprise agents can be whitelisted for corporate deployments.
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Behavior Monitoring
Agents are monitored post-install. If an update introduces suspicious behavior (data exfiltration, excessive API calls), it's flagged for review.
User Control
You have complete control over agent permissions and data access.
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Granular Permission Management
Enable/disable individual capabilities per agent. E.g., allow Weather Agent to read location but disable notifications.
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Pause Agents
Temporarily disable an agent without uninstalling. Useful for troubleshooting or reducing background activity.
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Complete Removal
Uninstalling an agent removes all its data, cached content, and permissions. No traces left behind.
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Data Export
Export your Personal Memory, calendar, contacts, and agent data anytime. Standard formats (JSON, CSV) for portability.
Security Comparison
| Feature | iOS/Android | Meta-OS |
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| Permission Model | Binary (Allow/Deny) | Capability-based |
| Permission Transparency | Vague categories | Plain language declarations |
| On-Device AI | Limited (Siri, Assistant) | Core architecture |
| Audit Logs | Limited to recent | Complete history |
| App Sandboxing | Yes | Yes + resource limits |
| Data Portability | App-dependent | Built-in export |
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