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Samsung's One UI 9 update locks devices after 13 failed unlock attempts, requiring factory reset
Key points
- One UI 9 locks Galaxy devices after 13 failed unlock attempts.
- A factory reset is required to unlock a device after 13 failures.
- This policy is stricter than Google's Android 17 security measures.
- Lockout durations increase with consecutive failed attempts.
Stricter Lockout Policy in One UI 9
Samsung's One UI 9 update implements new security restrictions for Galaxy devices. After 13 failed attempts to unlock the device, it will become permanently locked. To regain access, users will be required to perform a factory reset, which erases all data on the device.
Comparison with Google's Android 17 Policy
This new policy from Samsung is an adaptation of changes introduced in Google's Android 17, which also reduced the number of unlock attempts. However, Samsung's implementation in One UI 9 is more stringent, with a lower threshold for permanent lockout compared to Google's cap of 20 failed attempts over five years.
Progressive Lockout Durations
One UI 9 introduces escalating lockout durations between unlock attempts. As the number of consecutive failed attempts increases, the waiting period before another attempt is allowed also lengthens. This mechanism is designed to deter brute-force attacks and prevent accidental lockouts from minor errors.
User Notifications and Availability
Users will receive explicit warning messages on the lock screen indicating the remaining number of unlock attempts before the permanent lockout occurs. One UI 9 is currently available on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and will be rolled out to other Galaxy devices in the coming months.
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Reporting from
Samsung's One UI 9 update for Galaxy devices introduces a stricter security measure, permanently locking a device after 13 failed unlock attempts and necessitating a factory reset. This change, which is more stringent than Google's Android 17 policy, aims to enhance device security against brute-force unlock attempts.