tried this also. if I'm on Bluetooth and answer a call my phone stays locked, during the call and right after I hang up. No problem here
AT&T Galaxy S8 S8+ is Bypassing Security While on a Phone Call
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Ok so a quick update.
My AT&T S8+ still does this while on the latest software update including the June security update. It is a wired or wireless headset, the screen can be shut off while on a call but it does not lock. The only way I can get it to lock is to let the screen time out(15 seconds). I have even factory reset the device, it does this before I even set my device up(just skipping through the set up menu and placing a phone call.
Yesterday I switched my service provider over to T-Mobile and tested their variant of the S8+. And it does not do this at all, the "press power button to lock" works perfectly during a call.
My AT&T S8+ still does this while on the latest software update including the June security update. It is a wired or wireless headset, the screen can be shut off while on a call but it does not lock. The only way I can get it to lock is to let the screen time out(15 seconds). I have even factory reset the device, it does this before I even set my device up(just skipping through the set up menu and placing a phone call.
Yesterday I switched my service provider over to T-Mobile and tested their variant of the S8+. And it does not do this at all, the "press power button to lock" works perfectly during a call.
it's interesting reading this thread I've been trying to understand it to be honest.
I understand some people are very security concerned.
But the title is some what miss leading is this a bug no is it a fault no most people really don't have an issue if there phone remains unlocked during a call in fact if the phone did lock itself there this could cause issues for some like getting access to there diary quickly or internet or what ever they need access too.
by the way if you don't like the fact people debate things then clearly your not a fan of free speech.
personally I like the fact the screen doesn't lock there are plenty of features to stop people using my phone if it gets stollen.
I hope you find a solution to your problem
I understand some people are very security concerned.
But the title is some what miss leading is this a bug no is it a fault no most people really don't have an issue if there phone remains unlocked during a call in fact if the phone did lock itself there this could cause issues for some like getting access to there diary quickly or internet or what ever they need access too.
by the way if you don't like the fact people debate things then clearly your not a fan of free speech.
personally I like the fact the screen doesn't lock there are plenty of features to stop people using my phone if it gets stollen.
I hope you find a solution to your problem
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Hello, thanks for popping in!
Yeah, in this day and age you really have to be careful with your personal data. We already have so much of it floating around out there for people to easily see that I want to really secure my private passwords, emails, and pictures. I also want to respect my contacts' privacy and not potentially expose their name, phone number, and address to people that they did not want it exposed to or shared with.
There are two parts to this:
1.) the title is not remotely misleading. There is a setting on this phone under settings, lock screen and security, secure lock settings called "lock instantly with power key" Those are Samsung's words, not mine. If I have a "secure lock" feature in the "security" settings turned on, and it does not function while on a phone call, that by definition is "bypassing security while on a phone call," as I specifically worded the thread title. That is not an opinion, that is fact.
2.) the second part of your statement is opinion. I am glad that you want to easily bypass security while on a phone call, and you can do that by adjusting your security settings to reflect this. Although I respect your opinion, i do not share it and simply want my phone to function as I have instructed it to do.
Lolz. Just wow...please feel free to add your opinion as it is your right. And at no point in time did I complain about other people's opinions. I just do not agree when one member keeps coming into a thread to complain, not contribute, and a mod agreed and deleted a bunch of this member's posts.
I 100% disagree. If someone steals my phone and it is unlocked allowing them full access to my data, they can take any information they want. There is nothing built in to stop this. You can remotely wipe it, but this still leaves your phone vulnerable from the time it is stolen until the time you wipe it, which is more than enough time for my info to be taken.
Thank you for your concern! I did find a solution, it was to ditch the AT&T branded Samsung S8+.
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Here's what I hear the OP saying...
If his phone is stolen and the phone rings and a bad guy answers the phone the phone is magically unlocked. If that's the case I'd be concerned too.
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I think that's only if a Bluetooth device is connected. In order to connect one you'd have to unlock the phone IIRC.
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So you make the call and it won't lock -- got that part. If someone calls you, you answer it, you can still get into the phone even if the phone was never unlocked and was only used to answer the call?
As in lock phone fully. Call and answer -- and it lets you in?
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True but it isn't like there isn't theft in this world. And although that is a pot of what ifs, that is no excuse for this bug/glitch.If everything falls into place maybe .. That is a lot of what ifs.
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If someone calls me while I am using a headset, and the phone is locked and sitting there, then I answer the call with my headset, the phone remains locked. And if I want I can unlock it to send an email or whatever, but at that point the power button only dims the screen, it doesn't lock it.
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Exactly so my point still stands from Tabguy's post .. That someone can't just steal the phone, hookup a headset, and unlock it magically. The issue is once unlocked it doesn't re-lock while on the call .. Or am I missing something?
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You are correct.
They would have to grab it while I have a headset hooked up and am on a call.
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Ah yes -- then my point still stands
.I am not trying to dismiss the issue .. I mean as you said it should lock even if unlocked to make the call and you press the lock key after initiated .. But he was saying someone can just plug in and unlock it freely. That isn't the case. I don't mind pointing out a problem -- I more so don't want to cause confusion or add things to the issue that aren't true. If it was able to just have any headset plug in and unlock to me that would be insane .. This is still not the best since the "Lock when power button pressed option" is set to on and it should function that way but not as big of a security flaw as in "plug in any headset and bam bypass lock" type of issue.
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You're all getting hung up on the "security" aspect of this post, like someone's going to steal the phone while you're on a call and by the time you notice it's too late. In other words, a very unlikely scenario.
Forget that part of it for a second.
The bigger issue in day-to-day use is the phone randomly opening apps, sending gibberish messages, sending emails, etc. Because the screen doesn't lock when you push the lock button, the screen is dark but still active. If it's in your pocket and it senses your leg as a touch input, the screen wakes and every touch after that does something you don't want it to do. This is a huge issue that needs to be addressed.
Again, forget the security implications. Imagine how frustrating it would be if you're sending a bunch of gibberish text messages while on a call and you expect the phone to be locked in your pocket.
Forget that part of it for a second.
The bigger issue in day-to-day use is the phone randomly opening apps, sending gibberish messages, sending emails, etc. Because the screen doesn't lock when you push the lock button, the screen is dark but still active. If it's in your pocket and it senses your leg as a touch input, the screen wakes and every touch after that does something you don't want it to do. This is a huge issue that needs to be addressed.
Again, forget the security implications. Imagine how frustrating it would be if you're sending a bunch of gibberish text messages while on a call and you expect the phone to be locked in your pocket.
I am also having this issue with my Verizon s7. I do not use a BT or any other headset. When I make or receive a call, the screen does not shut off while I'm talking, resulting in multiple settings changed/apps opened during the call. Cannot find a setting to reverse it. This is a recent issue on my phone, since the last update, I believe.
Any resolution to this?
Any resolution to this?
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If you place a call, does the screen turn off when you cover the proximity sensor? I am pretty sure it should turn the screen off without you turning any setting on/off.
Hi. Have you been able to solve this issue? I have the same problem and it drives me crazy. Phone keeps dialing in my pocket when I use head set. So frastrating
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