Security News > 2023 > October > Samsung Galaxy gets new Auto Blocker anti-malware feature
Samsung has unveiled a new security feature called 'Auto Blocker' as part of the One UI 6 update, offering enhanced malware protection on Galaxy devices.
Auto Blocker is an opt-in security feature that prevents the side-loading of risky apps downloaded from outside the Galaxy Store and Google Play.
Users who need to install APKs sourced from unofficial sources will still be able to do it, as Auto Blocker is not active by default.
A second feature of Auto Blocker is the ability to perform app security checks powered by McAfee to identify potential malware.
Auto Blocker and the updated Message Guard are available on Samsung Galaxy devices that run the latest One UI release, version 6.
Users of compatible devices can activate the protection feature through Settings > Security and Privacy> Auto Blocker.