What is a Computer Use Agent?
An AI controlling a computer interface — clicking, filling forms, navigating websites. When accessing financial interfaces, these agents can initiate real transactions.
WHY IT MATTERS
Computer use agents (like Claude's computer use) interact through screens and clicks. They can use any human-designed interface — including banking apps and payment services.
Unique risk: unlike API-based agents with limited endpoints, computer use agents can navigate to any website and click any button — including "Send $10,000."
Financial guardrails are critical because the action space is unlimited — traditional API controls are insufficient.
HOW POLICYLAYER USES THIS
PolicyLayer prevents unauthorized actions by intercepting at the transaction level — regardless of whether initiated via API or screen click.