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Samsung’s September 2022 update prevents attackers steal Photo/Video Editor data
Recently, Samsung published the September 2022 security patch details for Galaxy consumers. The release notes describe which CVEs and SVEs will be fixed after the latest security update’s installation on your Galaxy device. While checking details in detail, we found a serious bug that may have stolen data from your Gallery.
According to Samsung, the September 2022 security update fixes include SVE-2022-0815, SVE-2022-0706, and SVE-2022-0899 items. These SVEs allow attackers to get sensitive information and access internal application data from Photo Editor and Video Editor apps.
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Going ahead with the information, these Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) items affect Galaxy devices running Android 10 (One UI 2), Android 11 (One UI 3), and Android 12 (One UI 4). The company’s software developers have managed to disclose these three serious problems privately.
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While these Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) items are related to Photo Editor and Video Editor apps, your phone’s Gallery might also have been affected. Both the Photo and Video Editor apps are part of Samsung Gallery and work as plugins to offer additional functionalities.
As of now, Samsung released the September 2022 security patch for the Galaxy S21 series devices in Europe. In the coming days, other flagship and select mid-range/budget phones will receive the latest security maintenance release with the above-mentioned fixes for Galaxy users.
SVE Information
SVE-2022-0815 (CVE-2022-36853)
- Intent redirection in Photo Editor
- Severity: Moderate
- Affected versions: Q(10), R(11), S(12)
- Reported on: April 1, 2022
- Disclosure status: Privately disclosed
- Intent redirection in Photo Editor prior to SMR Sep-2022 Release 1 allows attacker to get sensitive information.
- The patch adds flag check logic.
SVE-2022-0706 (CVE-2022-36857)
- Improper Authorization vulnerability in Photo Editor
- Severity: Moderate
- Affected versions: R(11) and Photo Editor prior to 3.0.23.43 in S(12)
- Reported on: March 22, 2022
- Disclosure status: Privately disclosed
- Improper Authorization vulnerability in Photo Editor prior to SMR Sep-2022 Release 1 allows physical attackers to read internal application data.
- The patch adds the proper validation of the broadcast.
SVE-2022-0899 (CVE-2022-36852)
- Improper Authorization vulnerability in Video Editor
- Severity: Moderate
- Affected versions: R(11), S(12)
- Reported on: April 12, 2022
- Disclosure status: Privately disclosed
- Improper Authorization vulnerability in Video Editor prior to SMR Sep-2022 Release 1 allows local attacker to access internal application data.
- The patch adds the proper validation of the broadcast.
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Samsung has begun releasing the October 2024 security update for Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra smartphones. The update is rolling out in the US and the company will soon make it available in more countries.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S23 series are getting the October 2024 security update in the US through One UI builds given below.
- Galaxy S23 – S911USQS4CXI4
- Galaxy S23 Plus – S916USQS4CXI4
- Galaxy S23 Ultra – S918USQS4CXI4
The fresh update brings fixes for some issues that users encountered in previous versions to make your Galaxy S23 more stable and secure. The installation package size of this update is around 400MB.
October 2024 security update brings important fixes from both Google and Samsung, addressing vulnerabilities in the Android operating system and Samsung’s software. Google fixes 2 critical and 28 high-level issues, with 1 previously resolved and 2 not affecting Galaxy devices.
On the other side, Samsung resolves 12 specific vulnerabilities related to system services and Knox security. Additionally, Samsung Semiconductor has enhanced performance with a fix for 1 high-level issue.
The update is currently available for locked models and the company will expand it soon to unlocked ones. It is a gradual rollout so it may take some hours or days to reach all models.
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.
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October 2024 started with the SDC24 event, where Samsung shared important updates about its software and products. One of the big announcements was the upcoming One UI 7 Beta update for developers, which will be released at the end of this year. While this is a change from last year, some users get disappointed by the timeline. However, Samsung never forgets to release its monthly update on time.
On the 5th day of this month, Samsung began releasing the October 2024 security patch for Galaxy devices to enhance security and stability. The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, launched in late September 2024, is the first smartphone to receive the October 2024 security update. Several more Galaxy devices will get this update in the coming days.
October 2024 security update fixes several vulnerabilities and boosts the overall security of the devices. Samsung will soon release the details and updated devices list on the scope page.
Below you can check a list of Galaxy devices that have received the October 2024 security update.
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Samsung One UI October 2024 Updates List
11/09
- Samsung brings October 2024 security update to Galaxy A55 5G
10/09
- Samsung Galaxy A13 secures October 2024 update ahead of many flagships
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Fold 5 receiving October 2024 security update
- Samsung rolls out October 2024 update to Galaxy Z Fold 6, Flip 6
09/09
- Samsung Galaxy S24 grabs ‘crucial’ October 2024 update in the US
05/09
- Samsung drops October 2024 security update, Galaxy S24 FE takes the lead.
*More devices will be added to this list as Samsung releases the update for them.
If you have a Samsung device from the list above and haven’t updated it yet, go ahead and do it now. If your device isn’t on the list, you can manually check for updates by going to Settings >> Software Update >> Download and Install. You can share software updates screenshots and details by tagging our social media accounts.
Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra users are getting an October 2024 security update in Canada. This update improves system security and stability to enhance the overall performance.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S24 series in Canada can verify the October 2024 security update via the One UI builds given below.
- S921WVLS3AXI1 – Galaxy S24
- S926WVLS3AXI1 – Galaxy S24 Plus
- S928WVLS3AXI1 – Galaxy S24 Ultra
The latest security patch includes critical updates from both Google and Samsung. Notably, Google’s patch resolves 2 critical vulnerabilities and 28 high-level issues, although one was previously addressed, and two do not apply to Galaxy devices.
On the other side, 12 Samsung vulnerabilities have been fixed which are related to system services and Knox to ensure a more secure user experience. Additionally, Samsung Semiconductor has also added a fix to boost performance.
The installation package size of this update is around 440MB. If you have received the notification of the update then install it now to get a bug-free experience. Also, you can check the update manually.
To manually check for updates, users can navigate to their phone’s Settings, scroll to the Software Update section, and select the “Download and Install” option if a new OTA is available
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