Post #2342559
2026-05-10 01:17 UTC
New Google Sheets "Chip" feature lets you extract data about people.
My takeaway: if you view a shared Google Sheet while logged into a Google Account, the doc owner (maybe others) can extract your location & phone. 1/n
https://support.google.com/docs/answer/13524011#zippy=%2Cpeople-smart-chip
#Google #GoogleSheets #Privacy #Security #Infosec
Replies (2)
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@ShaulaEvans@zirk.us 2026-05-10 01:19
I haven't seen anyone talking about this, I just noticed it when I viewed a shared doc for work. (I can't move us away from Google Drive at work, I desperately want to, I've tried, I don't have the clout, don't yell at me.) My takeaways: - View shared Google Sheets in a private window when you must. - Move to alternatives if you can. - Let people know. But this is not my field. I hope infosec pros will weigh in. 2/n #Infosec
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@notyourfanboy@kolektiva.social 2026-05-10 04:53
@ShaulaEvans@zirk.us It's your work account. Your example is a coworker who is stalking you? Work, and your coworkers, already know your phone number and location.