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What specific function can be unable to use when turning on the 'Auto Blocker' feature?
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What specific function can be unable to use when turning on the 'Auto Blocker' feature?

 

Answer

  • By enabling it, 'Install unknown apps' menu is disabled and settings can't be changed to block apps from unauthorized sources.  App protection mode with security checks for malicious activity on the installed apps can't be turned off or the settings can't be changed.
     
  • Commands input, SW updates and USB debugging mode by cable can't be worked from equipment such as PC, charger and other devices to the connected phone.
     

Detailed functions of Auto Blocker feature

  1. Block APK side loading (block app installation from unknown source)
     
  2. Block input of commands by USB cable to protect the device from connected equipment that may have malware
     
  3. Turn on App protection mode with security checks for malicious activity on the installed apps is activated automatically which is supported 'App protection' option in Device care menu
     
  4. Apply Samsung Message Guard expanded to 3rd party messaging apps to block images suspected of containing malicious program
     
  5. Block installation with unofficial SW binary through download mode by USB cable

 

NOTE:- Some of specific option or availability may vary by model code, region or country, carrier and SW version

 

Affected models : From One UI 6.0 (Android U OS) or later version

 

 

 
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