Over a billion Android phones left exposed as Google ends security updates for older versions
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Over 1 billion Android phones are now at higher security risk because Google no longer provides security patches for devices running Android 12 or older. This leaves about 42% of Android devices vulnerable to new malware and spyware. The issue stems from Android’s fragmented update system, where manufacturers, not Google, control software support timelines for most phones. In contrast, Apple supports older iPhones longer. Google advises users with devices stuck on Android 12 or below to upgrade to a newer phone that receives security updates, as Play Protect malware scanning is not a full substitute for system patches.
