
Google Warns Android Apps Can Silently Swap Contact Numbers
Google says an old Android permission lets apps rewrite saved phone numbers without user notice, and a fix won't arrive until Android 18.
Nov 2, 2026 · 3 min read
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Google says an old Android permission lets apps rewrite saved phone numbers without user notice, and a fix won't arrive until Android 18.