[lookingforeven]

Searched for the original post - it was submitted and flagged three days ago (https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=34392391).

The post makes big accusations and extrapolations without proof or research, based on a web request whose contents this 'security researcher' didn't even see. A quick web search reveals mediaanalysisd has been a part of macOS since at least 2017.

It is disappointing to see Louis Rossmann blindly repeating any random claim from any random person. This is the same person who created a 'standard' (https://consoledonottrack.com) and spammed a bunch of popular projects with it with an entitled attitude.

I am not a fan of the Apple Tim Cook is leading, but let's be reasonable and put down the pitchforks for a moment. A single web request does not immediately equate to your files being scanned without consent. Louis should know better, and you should not believe any random crap just because he repeats it.