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Samsung April 2022 Security Patch details goes live
Later last month, Samsung debuted its new April 2022 security patch, while the Galaxy S22 series became the initial receiver. While the latest security patch distribution had begun last month, Samsung just shared the April 2022 patch details for the Galaxy consumers.
According to Samsung, the April 2022 security patch brings fixes various levels of CVEs from Google including 27 high, 18 moderate, and no critical CVE mentioned in the details. At the same time, previous Samsung software updates had already fixed 6 vulnerabilities while 4 aren’t applicable.
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Below, you can check the details of CVEs being fixed with the One UI April 2022 security patch update.
Critical
- None
High
- CVE-2020-29368, CVE-2021-39685, CVE-2021-39686, CVE-2021-39698, CVE-2021-3655, CVE-2021-35088, CVE-2021-35103, CVE-2021-35105, CVE-2021-35117, CVE-2021-30328, CVE-2021-30329, CVE-2021-30332, CVE-2021-30333, CVE-2021-39694,
- CVE-2021-0694, CVE-2021-39794, CVE-2021-39795, CVE-2021-39796, CVE-2021-39797, CVE-2021-39798, CVE-2021-39799, CVE-2021-39803, CVE-2021-39804, CVE-2021-39808, CVE-2021-39805, CVE-2021-39809, CVE-2022-0847
Moderate
- CVE-2021-1027, CVE-2021-1028, CVE-2021-1029, CVE-2021-1001, CVE-2021-1002, CVE-2021-1018, CVE-2021-0973, CVE-2021-0769, CVE-2021-0992, CVE-2021-0987, CVE-2021-1005, CVE-2021-1014, CVE-2021-1015, CVE-2021-1007, CVE-2021-1023, CVE-2021-1026, CVE-2021-1034, CVE-2021-1022
Already included in previous updates
- CVE-2021-1942, CVE-2021-35110, CVE-2021-1950, CVE-2021-1009, CVE-2021-1032, CVE-2021-1011
Not applicable to Samsung devices
- CVE-2022-20047, CVE-2022-20048, CVE-2022-20053, CVE-2021-35106
Samsung Security Updates
Samsung provides new security updates in three different methods including monthly, quarterly and biannually. The flagship Galaxy devices are eligible for new patches monthly, alongside select A series phones. Meanwhile, the budget and other mid-rangers receive once every three months.
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Last February, Samsung confirmed that all the Galaxy devices launched in/after 2019 will have four years of regular security patches, in which there will be only two new patches in the fourth year. Further, the company announced to deliver five years of security updates to the 2021 and 2022 flagships such as the Galaxy S22 and S21 series.
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Samsung has begun releasing the December 2024 security update for Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones. The update is currently rolling out in the update in Korea and the company will soon make it available in more countries.
December 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones can be verified through One UI build version F956NKSS2AXKC and F741NKSS2AXKC respectively. Users will have to download a 380MB package to install the update.
This fresh update is based on Android 14 and One UI 6.1.1 update. Users of these phones are waiting for the One UI 7 Beta update to try new features and improvements ahead of the official release.
December 2024 security patch addresses over 45 vulnerabilities, including both Google and Samsung-specific issues to enhance device security.
This update incorporates 6 critical and 28 high-level fixes from Google. Additionally, one previously resolved issue has been readdressed, and another is not relevant to Samsung devices.
On the Samsung side, 2 high-level vulnerabilities in its semiconductor products have been patched. The update also includes 8 fixes listed under Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE), focusing on the Theme Center, Galaxy Watch Bluetooth functionality, SmartSwitch, and Dex Mode.
To check the update, you just need to navigate to the device’s Settings, then a Software update, and Download and install. If you have received the update, install it now to get enhanced features.
We are in December 2024 and Samsung has started releasing the second November 2024 security update for the Galaxy S24 series. The update is currently available for users in Europe and may expand to more countries soon.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra are getting a second November 2024 security update via the One UI build version S921BXXU4AXK4, S926BXXU4AXK4, and S928BXXU4AXK4 respectively.
The fresh update enhances the stability of some functions to provide a better experience. In addition, it also improves the security of the device by fixing some bugs for smoother performance. However, the exact details of the enhancements are not given in the changelog.
Users will have to download a 570 MB package to install the firmware update on their smartphone. For installation, you just need to visit Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install.
Aside from this, Samsung is regularly working to start the One UI 7 Beta Program soon for the Galaxy S24 series. Recently, a new build appeared for the Galaxy S24 series, suggesting the beta update is just around the corner.
If you are using a Galaxy S24 smartphone in Europe, install the update now to get enhanced security. In addition, it is the way towards the One UI 7 Beta.
Samsung moves closer to One UI 7 Beta release for Galaxy S24
Samsung is rolling out the November 2024 security update for the Galaxy Watch 7 in Europe, after Korea. This update is important as it’s the first security patch for the watch since it was released in July.
Before this, the Galaxy Watch 7 had been criticized for not getting updates on time, with some models still using security patches from months before the watch was even launched.
November 2024 security update is available for Galaxy Watch 7 Bluetooth models (SM-L300, SM-L310) in Europe with firmware version ending with XXU1AXK6. However, not all models are getting the update just yet.
The update is currently not available for the 4G versions of the Galaxy Watch 7 (SM-L305F, SM-L315F) or the Galaxy Watch Ultra (SM-L705F). Samsung is expected to release the update for these models soon.
The fresh update improves the watch’s stability and reliability. The most essential part is that it adds the latest security patch for November 2024 as it makes the device more secure.
Users will have to install a 245 MB software package to install the update. You can also check for the update manually by connecting the watch to your phone, opening the Wearable app then, going to the Watch 7 settings in the app and selecting Update watch software.
Samsung releases November 2024 security update for Galaxy Watch 7