Samsung One UI 6.0 adds a new Auto Blocker tool for enhanced security

Along with the stable One UI 6.0 update, Samsung brings several useful and new features to the Galaxy smartphones. The company also introduced Auto Blocker, a new security tool for Samsung Galaxy phone users, designed to keep devices protected in the way that best fits their lifestyle.

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Recently released on One UI 6, “Auto Blocker is an opt-in package of additional security measures that gives users more choice as they explore the customizations enabled by Samsung Galaxy’s open ecosystem.”

This new feature will prevent sideloading of apps from unauthorized sources. This feature will be off by default. The Auto Blocker will also stop attacks like voice phishing, where attackers could talk users into installing malicious software.

“Auto Blocker has a range of additional controls, including turning on app security checks to help detect potential malware and prevent harmful commands and software installations by USB cable. This can help protect users in a situation where someone has physical access to their device, like when charging a phone at an airport.”

With this feature also comes an update to Message Guard, which mitigates Zero Click attacks, or direct image messages hiding malicious code.

Initially launched for messaging apps from Google and Samsung, it now can help protect users using popular third-party apps.