Google Messages is testing a new security feature that prevents users from accessing the app when it detects screen sharing. This helps prevent fraudsters from spying on private conversations and security codes. Some people worry that this feature could backfire by preventing legitimate use cases.<\/p>\n
As spotted by TheSpAndroid, Google is currently experimenting with a new feature in Google Messages that blocks the app<\/a> from displaying when it detects a screen sharing session in progress. This could be useful, and likely a security measure, to prevent sensitive information from being shown to malicious actors.<\/p>\n
Scammers often use screen sharing apps to trick users into revealing their personal information. For example, a scammer might pose as a customer service representative and ask the user to share their screen so they can help them resolve a problem. Once the scammer gains access to the user’s screen, they can steal their personal information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, or unique verification codes in two steps. A security feature like this could be a way to protect users from these types of scams. <\/a>By blocking access to Google Messages when screen sharing is detected, Google can help prevent users from accidentally revealing their private information to scammers.<\/p>\n
However, some people are concerned that this new feature could backfire by preventing legitimate use cases. For example, if a user tries to share their screen with a friend or colleague, their access to Google Messages<\/a> may be blocked.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"Credit](\"https:\/\/wikidollar.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Google-Messages-could-soon-block-itself-from-being-displayed-while.jpg\")