This is what I’ve just posted on the official Sims forum:
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I’ve just been looking into this.
This is so bad. The EA app bypasses all Apple’s security, leaving our systems totally exposed. Even just having the app installed means there is a serious risk, as we don’t know what it’s doing in the background.
I am so concerned about this that I am seriously considering uninstalling the app. Yes, that will mean no longer being able to play my games, but so be it. That’s how bad this is.
Perhaps it should even be reported to Apple, as they take security incredibly seriously, and this is a major breach.
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It’s clear that EA won’t fix it as their app relies on root access. I wish there was a way to go back to Origin, but sadly there isn’t. I think my time with Sims 3 and 4 is coming to an end. Back to Sims 2, I guess.
ETA: If this is not the case and there is no security risk, it would be great if someone could explain this so we can have confidence in keeping and using the app.
