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[Q] How do I disable this stupid Security Policy Update?

I just got my s5 a couple weeks ago, and so far I am loving it. However, there is one "feature" that sends me into an inexplicable foaming-at-the-mouth rage: the security policy update. Every other day, I will get a popup in my notification center telling me to turn on automatic updates. The exact text is:
"Tap here to allow automatic updates for the protection of your phone."
I click it, select "decline," and am send to the security policy updates section in my settings, where there is no option to permanently disable it. It goes away for a couple days, then pops up again to remind me that I need to turn this on. I don't want this horrid feature, and I plan on never selecting "accept," so is there any way to permanently disable this, or will I be forced to decline this every two days for the next few years?

It will get more and more common, mine got to be every few hours... The solution, root it, then use TitaniumBackup to freeze the Security Policy Updater...
My personal experience is w/ AT&T (SM-G900A model), use TowelRoot to root it (search for the threads on here), then with titaniumbackup freeze "Security policy updates SPD_v2..." and then voila, no more warning

If one dug deeply enough, there might be a system property to disable the policy update notification. But that would no doubt require root to edit. It sounds like a bug that you can't disable a pop up of this type. So presumably Google will fix that at some point.
The expedient answer is as the poster above suggested, root your device and freeze or disable the app generating the pop ups.
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adhanda said:
It will get more and more common, mine got to be every few hours... The solution, root it, then use TitaniumBackup to freeze the Security Policy Updater...
My personal experience is w/ AT&T (SM-G900A model), use TowelRoot to root it (search for the threads on here), then with titaniumbackup freeze "Security policy updates SPD_v2..." and then voila, no more warning
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Awesome, thanks. When I searched for this popup on google, the results all mentioned the KNOX security thing, so I froze that in titanium backup to no avail.

StAlfonzo said:
Awesome, thanks. When I searched for this popup on google, the results all mentioned the KNOX security thing, so I froze that in titanium backup to no avail.
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Not sure if you meant before.. or that you just tried freezing Knox now. If the popup is still bothering you, the info in post No. 2 is good.
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fffft said:
Not sure if you meant before.. or that you just tried freezing Knox now. If the popup is still bothering you, the info in post No. 2 is good.
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I had PREVIOUSLY read online about KNOX, and I merely mentioned that as an afterthought. I did follow the advice from post number 2, which is why I thanked the person.

adhanda said:
It will get more and more common, mine got to be every few hours... The solution, root it, then use TitaniumBackup to freeze the Security Policy Updater...
My personal experience is w/ AT&T (SM-G900A model), use TowelRoot to root it (search for the threads on here), then with titaniumbackup freeze "Security policy updates SPD_v2..." and then voila, no more warning
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I am getting the security updates notification periodically. I have rooted my phone using Towelroot and also have the paid version of Titanium Backup. I cannot find the "Security policy updates SPD_v2..." in order to freeze it. Can anyone tell me exactly how to find it in simple steps?

In TB tap on Backup/Restore > click to edit filters > type security in filter by name box.

If one is rooted, is it 'safe' to update / accept to have the SPU, updated, or will going forward with this, update the software if one is on a lower version, or will it cause to lose root? I am running NI2 and rooted with TR. Thanks

boblpn said:
If one is rooted, is it 'safe' to update / accept to have the SPU, updated, or will going forward with this, update the software if one is on a lower version, or will it cause to lose root? I am running NI2 and rooted with TR. Thanks
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I am wondering the same thing. Did you try it out?

Mine just said when i press that update bar that my system is modded and something..

Samsung security disabled
hello, im from philippines and a while ago i was trying to contact the samsung costumer service and ask if what is the best way to fix on this SE andriod pop up disabled but they just told me it has no way. this morning i was rooted my samsung G530H. after that the security policy disabled. somebody could help me?i can't update now my phone.

[Q] Problem "Unauthorized actions have been detected."

Hello everyone,
I just received my S4 AT&T (manufacture refurb, eBay), but the phone already is giving me headaches.
Every 5 minutes appears in the notifications the following message:
Security Notice:
Unauthorized actions have been detected. Tap here for more information. And then I tap and it appears: cancel or reboot.
After rebooting the phone the message keeps appears (is also keeps appearing if I tap cancel).
I think it's related with the wifi connection. I made some tests, and when I'm only in data connecting, the message do not appear.
Anyone have an idea? I really appreciate,
Matheus

I got the same problem
Phone was dead and i had to use odin to get back to stock.
Since that, I keep getting that warning too
Keep rebooting but still get the message ... all the time
very annoying
matheus zebu said:
Hello everyone,
I just received my S4 AT&T (manufacture refurb, eBay), but the phone already is giving me headaches.
Every 5 minutes appears in the notifications the following message:
Security Notice:
Unauthorized actions have been detected. Tap here for more information. And then I tap and it appears: cancel or reboot.
After rebooting the phone the message keeps appears (is also keeps appearing if I tap cancel).
I think it's related with the wifi connection. I made some tests, and when I'm only in data connecting, the message do not appear.
Anyone have an idea? I really appreciate,
Matheus
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Its root
Sent from my Galaxy S4 using Tapatalk

I just rooted my Galaxy S4 and started receiving these notifications. It is related to 'Knox' - Samsung's newish security feature, made to appease corporate customers. I side loaded the latest version of SuperSU, installed it, and during the install it asks if I want to disable Knox - said yes, issue gone. Note that you have to have root to install SuperSU

saddie22 said:
I just rooted my Galaxy S4 and started receiving these notifications. It is related to 'Knox' - Samsung's newish security feature, made to appease corporate customers. I side loaded the latest version of SuperSU, installed it, and during the install it asks if I want to disable Knox - said yes, issue gone. Note that you have to have root to install SuperSU
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Thanks @saddie22
I was trying to avoid root, but I think this will be the only way of get rid of this headache =(

matheus zebu said:
Thanks @saddie22
I was trying to avoid root, but I think this will be the only way of get rid of this headache =(
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@saddie22
 @mic141414
I just checked here, and my phone already have root access !!! it came "factory" rooted. It's VERY WEIRD. Again, I bought it from Ebay, and the seller stated in the ad: Manufacture Refurbished.
Once I'm new in this Root World, should I be worried about that? Like, it's is possible the seller put some malicious app in the sold phones? Sorry about the conspiracy theories, but I've never seen a supposed brand new phone (even though it's refurbished) came already with root.
Thanks

matheus zebu said:
@saddie22
@mic141414
I just checked here, and my phone already have root access !!! it came "factory" rooted. It's VERY WEIRD. Again, I bought it from Ebay, and the seller stated in the ad: Manufacture Refurbished.
Once I'm new in this Root World, should I be worried about that? Like, it's is possible the seller put some malicious app in the sold phones? Sorry about the conspiracy theories, but I've never seen a supposed brand new phone (even though it's refurbished) came already with root.
Thanks
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First thing I'd do with a new phone bought of eBay would be to flash the stock firmware in Odin. That way you know what you got and it would be like new. Just my $0.02.
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jd1639 said:
First thing I'd do with a new phone bought of eBay would be to flash the stock firmware in Odin. That way you know what you got and it would be like new. Just my $0.02.
Sent from my Nexus 9 using XDA Free mobile app
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I just started a similar thread and then saw this one. This happened to me also but as far as I know I did flash stock firmware, fnb1. It isn't the latest but it worked after several others failed so I just left it but now I have the same problem. Is it possible that I rooted the phone accidentally? I thought about trying towelroot to fix it but then I am rooted for sure. By the way, I never have found the latest stock firmware to be able to flash it.

S7 rooted bootloop

Odin to root. Xposed. Custom gapps. After about a week, multiple apps will begin to force close at random. Reboot in a bootloop on the att screen. Only solution is to master reset and start again. This has happened twice now. Is the problem in busy box? Xposed?

had this happen to me too, exactly the same deal. in fact happened just now ugh. att s7, not the edge model but whatever.

Same thing here but this is the third time. Tried different root methods each time. Xposed framework is the only common denominator so far, doesn't seem to make any sense as the phone runs great and it's always around day 7 of the root that the phone starts stopping apps and services and that's when I know I have time to move any important photos or app information and perform a complete overhaul. Any ideas what could be causing this?

has nothing to do with root. in package disabler, disable policy updates and system updates and att updater
the policy updater was doing what you are describing to my phone

Awesome! Thanks for the info, I disabled the policy updates. Appreciate the help!!

demoicurn said:
Odin to root. Xposed. Custom gapps. After about a week, multiple apps will begin to force close at random. Reboot in a bootloop on the att screen. Only solution is to master reset and start again. This has happened twice now. Is the problem in busy box? Xposed?
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I tried to master reset my s7 edge att version and its still stuck in boot loop. Also I tried odin too. Any ideas?

demoicurn said:
Odin to root. Xposed. Custom gapps. After about a week, multiple apps will begin to force close at random. Reboot in a bootloop on the att screen. Only solution is to master reset and start again. This has happened twice now. Is the problem in busy box? Xposed?
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I had the same problem back on android 6.0.1 and on 7.0. The problem is with the engboot. It's not stable enough to be used everyday. If you wan' t root, I recommend flashing stock firmware and waiting for this guy named Nitay Artenstein to come out with a root. He is currently testing s7 Qualcomm variants to see if his exploit works.

TomatoesOnBluRay said:
I had the same problem back on android 6.0.1 and on 7.0. The problem is with the engboot. It's not stable enough to be used everyday. If you wan' t root, I recommend flashing stock firmware and waiting for this guy named Nitay Artenstein to come out with a root. He is currently testing s7 Qualcomm variants to see if his exploit works.
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Beyond that his exploit is aimed to be a bootloader unlock which will open the flood gates for development.

Is bootloop when it's stuck on att logo screen and pulsating and won't turn off unless from recovery? Because if so I'm having that problem. I didn't know my s7 edge was rooted until this problem started

First off.
1. There is a search button for a reason. Please use it guys.
2. The boot loop is caused by the Security policy updater trying to force the policy to update on the Engboot. The Engboot Security policy and the ATT stock Policy dont mix well when trying to be over written.
3. The engboot is perfectly fine for daily use. been using it for months with no issue. Its all the extra add ons people keep trying to Mess with and install that make it unstable.
To fix:
Odin stock firmware.
ReRoot with Engboot and disable security policy updates.
Also. There will NEVER be an unlocked bootloader for the ATT Variant of this device. Whoever tells you that they are working on a bootloader exploit is lying. Whoever says they have an unlocked att bootloader is also lying. This goes back to step one of this post. USE THE SEARCH BUTTON!!!!!!!!
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Problems (SMS) after Rooting

Hello all,
I rooted my cell phone (AT&T Galaxy S7 Edge) yesterday and honestly it took a while and one of the batch fixes to remove the volte icon at the top, etc. However I still have on major problem and that I cannot find a straight-line answer to on this forum:
1. My phone icon and messaging icon have a "!" symbol on it. I can make calls but cannot send out text sms messages.
Does anyone have a simple fix for this?
I've tried this - https://forum.xda-developers.com/sho...php?t=1506812; and did not work.

TedGreenIII said:
Hello all,
I rooted my cell phone (AT&T Galaxy S7 Edge) yesterday and honestly it took a while and one of the batch fixes to remove the volte icon at the top, etc. However I still have on major problem and that I cannot find a straight-line answer to on this forum:
1. My phone icon and messaging icon have a "!" symbol on it. I can make calls but cannot send out text sms messages.
Does anyone have a simple fix for this?
I've tried this - https://forum.xda-developers.com/sho...php?t=1506812; and did not work.
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How did you root? As far as i know rooting won't cause problems with sms. you probably did something else..

Vivacity said:
How did you root? As far as i know rooting won't cause problems with sms. you probably did something else..
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Normal method ie.. https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...-to-notes-root-install-xposed-unroot-t3411039
The first part. I did not flash Xposed (not sure what that is for\if needed).
I flashed the S7_or_S7Edge_Fixes_Debloater_V15.zip listed in next steps as well (that removed the volte icon for me). But did not fix the sms issue.

TedGreenIII said:
Normal method ie.. https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...-to-notes-root-install-xposed-unroot-t3411039
The first part. I did not flash Xposed (not sure what that is for\if needed).
I flashed the S7_or_S7Edge_Fixes_Debloater_V15.zip listed in next steps as well (that removed the volte icon for me). But did not fix the sms issue.
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I can receive sms but cannot send.

Head into Messages app, go to text message settings, and see if there is a number under "Message Centre".
I have the European version though, so maybe your settings are completely different but you should try this first

Szighy said:
Head into Messages app, go to text message settings, and see if there is a number under "Message Centre".
I have the European version though, so maybe your settings are completely different but you should try this first
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yes i think you should check this. else it's probably the debloater but nothing to do with root.
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TedGreenIII said:
Normal method ie.. https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...-to-notes-root-install-xposed-unroot-t3411039
The first part. I did not flash Xposed (not sure what that is for\if needed).
I flashed the S7_or_S7Edge_Fixes_Debloater_V15.zip listed in next steps as well (that removed the volte icon for me). But did not fix the sms issue.
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this is NOT normal root method neither -_- go and look for cf autoroot instead.

New RS988 Software Update - 21c

Just checked and downloading now in US.
Version: RS98821c

Thanks for the heads up.
Just installed it on my device and it's the July security patch.
Really wish there was an option to wipe the system cache on this device. I usually do this on my devices after a software update and was surprised there was no option in the recovery.

I hope it helps with my two biggest issues for nougat on this phone.
Battery life went to 4 hours or less.
And in the New York area, on AT&T it starts with a 4Glte connection, but then drops down to slower speeds and never recovers.

Yeah, I have the same AT&T Lte problem. Just installed the update and hope it fixes it. Hard to test right now. At the airport and lte tends to not drop me here. The problem is generally reaquiring Lte after it drops to HSPA.

I see the update but can't get it to install. My RS988 is unlocked with TWRP and Magisk. Phone reboots to install update and goes to TWRP. Hit system reboot and back in OS without update installed

Well my reception is still crud on T-Mobile. I have to resort to using their Digits app to get all my messages and calls at home.

RS98821c Noticeable Improvements
My carrier is Verizon. I know hate me if you want.
Anyway the things I noticed so far almost instantly after installing this update is that my fingerprint sensor is faster. The phone is slightly more responsive, and that my battery life has improved a little bit. Awesome update for the LG G5!

Dildacorn said:
My carrier is Verizon. I know hate me if you want.
Anyway the things I noticed so far almost instantly after installing this update is that my fingerprint sensor is faster. The phone is slightly more responsive, and that my battery life has improved a little bit. Awesome update for the LG G5!
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Does anyone know if the anti rollback number changed?

wolfu11 said:
Does anyone know if the anti rollback number changed?
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Anti rollback 1..

tryfe said:
Just checked and downloading now in US.
Version: RS98821c
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I guess this version will fix the AT&T LTE issue.

damiloveu said:
I guess this version will fix the AT&T LTE issue.
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So far, it seems to have fixed the AT&T connectivity issue. I used Open Signal prior to this upgrade to analyze my connectivity. I was not locking on to/switching to the closest tower and always got stuck with HSPA even if there was a closer lte connection. It just would not hand off once dropped off lte. Now, it seems to work as it should. I am now always on the closest connection.

Dildacorn said:
My carrier is Verizon. I know hate me if you want.
Anyway the things I noticed so far almost instantly after installing this update is that my fingerprint sensor is faster. The phone is slightly more responsive, and that my battery life has improved a little bit. Awesome update for the LG G5!
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I also have this on verizon, as always, just want to be sure tether options are still unlocked with this update. Can you confirm?

After update to latest version, i realized battery charging become very slow.
Anyone facing this problem?

Latest update seems pretty solid. I think battery life may have improved slightly. No problems charging, however I did factory reset.
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Nevermind.

DeathCom said:
I also have this on verizon, as always, just want to be sure tether options are still unlocked with this update. Can you confirm?
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What do you mean tether options? You mean USB debugging for ADB and so on? They have been working for me just fine. USB 3.1 to HDMI works, and so does tethering for internet to a PC. Not sure what you mean by tethering options other than that sorry.
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funkymonkey_01 said:
Latest update seems pretty solid. I think battery life may have improved slightly. No problems charging, however I did factory reset.
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Agreed battery life did improve a little bit. I am still going to try rooting eventually and getting LSpeed in the process. Should fix a lot of the issues I have had with this phone!
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I read on an older post that enabling "Force GPU rendering" in the developer options made the LG G5 faster. I don't know if that only applies to the older Marshmellow version or if it also applies in the current android nougat update. I'm testing it now!
Also to add to this post. If I leave my phone in my pocket when it is asleep it gets super hot! I'm not sure why, and I am guessing doing a factory reset will solve the issue. Although if I do reset the device, I'm definitely going to root it in the process. LG should release an update where we can clear system cache to solve issues...This has been in every phone leading up and has been known to solve issues with OS update... I shouldn't have to factory reset my device to fix stupid problems like these.

Ok, so enabling "Force GPU rendering" does make the phone more responsive. The battery seems about the same if not better than before when the option is enabled in Developer Options. Try it out! Hope it helps!

Dildacorn said:
What do you mean tether options? You mean USB debugging for ADB and so on? They have been working for me just fine. USB 3.1 to HDMI works, and so does tethering for internet to a PC. Not sure what you mean by tethering options other than that sorry.
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Oh I was just worried about mobile hotspot and usb tether. Verizon users with classic unlimited plans are technically not allowed to tether. Anyway I am happy to report that 21c does not hinder any of those features either.

Installing 21c with TWRP
Hello G5 owners,
I have an LG G5 with an unlocked bootloader and TWRP installed. I am also currently running on stock version 21a. Excuse me of I'm being a noob, but how do I install updates? I have the update downloaded, but when i try to install it, it brings me to TWRP. Do I have to obtain the ZIP file from someone else?

Unscedeo said:
Hello G5 owners,
I have an LG G5 with an unlocked bootloader and TWRP installed. I am also currently running on stock version 21a. Excuse me of I'm being a noob, but how do I install updates? I have the update downloaded, but when i try to install it, it brings me to TWRP. Do I have to obtain the ZIP file from someone else?
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In order to be able to perform the OTA upgrade at the very least your recovery (and possibly boot partition as well) needs to be the stock one, if you have TWRP and rooted the upgrade will fail.
I believe that the proper recovery for the 21a should be available in CODEFIRE's downloads
First of all I'd suggest you to take a full backup of apps and data (I personally use titanium backup) and save it on your PC
Go to the All in One thread from Autoprime (https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g5/how-to/info-autos-g5-thread-t3350648) and look for "Download LG G5 Files From Codefire Here"
in the RS988 folder for the 21a I saw a recovery.img that likely is the stock one. If that is indeed the stock recovery, you can flash it in fastboot (you might need to flash the boot too if the update fails with the correct recovery) , run the update and then reflash TWRP and suspersu (in case you lose SU)
I would suggest you to confirm with the codefire team if that is the correct file (it is in the correct folder but the name is quite generic), worst case scenario, in case it is not and you have already flashed it, you might need to reflash back twrp and wait for the correct one to be made public before being able to run the update with minimal hassle.
If the boot partition was patched too upon rooting, some checksum might cause the update to fail as well
Alternatively you could take a full app/data backup, reflash 21a stock, run the updates, reflash twrp and then root again and restore the original app/data backup (as mentioned in https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72649831&postcount=8)
I now have a question still related to this upgrade; is there any way to pull a backup of the 21c (including boot and recovery)?
No recent kdz appears to be available, hopefully we will get another patch sometime soon that could address the blueborne vulnerability, and I wanted to have a way to restore boot and recovery to stock so to run the future OTAs.
would I need to unlock, boot in twrp (fastboot boot twrp-3.0.2-1-rs988.img) and run a dd dump of sde1 and sde2 from there?