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Antivirus scan on galaxy watch 5

(Topic created on: 09-01-2023 08:34 AM)
WillQ
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Hi,
Is there a way of performing an antivirus scan on a galaxy watch 5?
Is there a need for one? 
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Neo001
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There is no need for one. 

pete00
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I would plug it into a pc, then tell it to scan a particular 'drive'. This drive been the watch.
But is there a need for it to be scanned?
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Although technically there's no device care on the watch 5 They may be worth double checking the security in the application sections on your watch just to make sure everything is rock down correctly.
WillQ
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I'm more concerned with the watch harbouring a virus following windows cyberattack on network. Watch wifi turned on
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JAMES4578
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I do not think there is a need for a scan , though obviously need to be security conscious. May make sense to limit access to some Apps and ensure all Devices have latest updates. 

Some information here https://www.iuemag.com/m19/sc/smartwatch-security-threats-you-should-know-about 

I do not work for Samsung or make Samsung Products but provide independent advice and valuable contributions.


My Device- S21 Ultra 5G ( SM-998B/DS ) CSC= BTU , 12GB/256GB
One Ui 5.0,Android 13 .

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@WillQ When you turn you watch 5 on from restart this may give you reassurance samsungs Knox security should show on the screen before loading up
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