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Samsung November 2021 security patch update tracker
Security update is a very important part of the entire software system of any smartphone. No doubt, Google is the leader when it comes to the latest Android OS upgrades, but, Samsung is continuously growing its software development mechanism.
In a recent development, Samsung released the November 2021 security patch for its latest Galaxy S flagship series in South Korea. However, it’s just October 20 and we are exactly 10 days away from the next month, in which the Google Pixel phones will receive the new security update.
Initially, the November 2021 security patch has been released for the Galaxy S21 series, meanwhile, it will be expanded to more consumers in regions such as the US, India, Germany, the UK, and China. In this article, we will keep a track of Samsung’s every software update that includes November 2021 security patch.
November 2021 security update tracker
This article will be updated regularly.
November 19
Galaxy A32
Samsung kicked off the latest November 2021 security update to the Galaxy A22 4G devices in India. The update comes with firmware version: A225FXXU3AUJ3, and package size of around 650MB. Read more
November 19
Galaxy A50
Samsung started releasing the November 2021 security patch update to Galaxy A50 users in the US. Currently, the Sprint locked units are receiving the latest security improvements via firmware build number – A505USQSGDUJ2. Read more
November 11
Galaxy M32
Galaxy M32 smartphone is now receiving a new firmware update that brings November 2021 security patch, RAM Plus (memory expansion feature) and improvements for the stock Camera application. Read more
November 10
Galaxy Note 10 Lite
Samsung started rolling out the latest software update for the Galaxy Note 10 Lite smartphone users, which brings the November 2021 security patch. This update comes with fixes for dozens of vulnerabilities found in Android’s codebase and Galaxy smartphones. Read more
- Firmware version – N770FXXS8EUJ3
November 8
Galaxy Note 10
Samsung is now releasing a new firmware update for the Galaxy Note 10 series devices in Greece. The latest OTA installs the newest Android + One UI patches released in November 2021, in order to improve system security. Read more
October 28
Galaxy A32
Samsung is now rolling out the November 2021 security patch update for the Galaxy A32 smartphone users in Russia and Ukraine. You can identify the update via PDA version number A325FXXU2AUJ4.
October 25
Galaxy S21 (Android 11/One UI 3.1)
The Galaxy S21 series devices running Android 11-based One UI 3.1 started getting the latest November 2021 security patch in Germany. [Source]
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXS3AUJ7
- Galaxy S21 Plus – G996BXXS3AUJ7
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXS3AUJ7
October 20, 2021
Galaxy S21 (Android 12/One UI 4)
Galaxy S21 series started getting the November 2021 security patch with the One UI 4 Beta 3 update in South Korea. Read more here
Samsung has released a new update with the November 2024 security patch for Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphones. The update is available for users in Korea and the company will soon expand it to more countries.
November 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphones F731NKSU4DXK8 and F946NKSU4DXK8 respectively. It is an initial rollout so it may take some hours or days to reach all models.
The fresh security patch fixes 52 vulnerabilities in Android and Samsung software. Google has patched 38 high-level issues, and one CVE doesn’t apply to Galaxy devices. Samsung has also addressed 13 issues, including bugs related to multiple users, Dex Mode, Galaxy Watch, and Settings.
This update improves security and device performance by bringing bug fixes and enhancements. Overall, users will get smoother performance after installing the update.
If you have received the notification of the update then install it now to get a bug-free experience. You can also check the update by visiting the Settings app on your smartphone and opening the Software Update section.
Now, click on the Download and Install option. If any update is available, you can follow the on-screen instructions to install the update on your Galaxy smartphone.
These foldable smartphones are currently running Android 14 based One UI 6.1.1. It will get the major One UI 7 based on the Android 15 update next year, after the Samsung Galaxy S25 series launch.
November 2024 Update Plan: Samsung offers security patches for over 140 Galaxy devices
Samsung recently announced the One UI 6 Watch rollout for older Galaxy watches. Now, the company has started rolling out the November 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy Watch 7.
November 2024 security update for the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is currently live for users in Korea and the company will soon expand it to more countries. This update arrives with build version L310XXU1AXK6 and an installation package size of 245.62MB.
The fresh update improves the stability of the Galaxy Watch 7 to provide a more reliable performance. It brings some improvements to make the device more secure and stable. Also, it installs the latest Android security patch release in November 2024 for better security.
By fixing existing issues and enhancing performance, Samsung aims to deliver a smoother and more dependable user experience. Although the update does not introduce new features or changes, it provides a better and smoother performance.
Samsung recommends Galaxy Watch 7 users install this update to take advantage of the enhanced system stability. By keeping the device updated, users can get benefits from the new feature and enhanced security.
To install the update, users need to connect their Galaxy Watch 7 to a smartphone via the Galaxy Wearable app. From there, navigate to Watch Settings, select Watch Software Update, and choose the Download and Install option.
Samsung reveals what One UI 6 Watch update brings to Galaxy Watch
Samsung Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A23 users are receiving a November 2024 security update on the Verizon network carrier in the US. The update is rolling out for locked models, and other carriers could get this update in the coming days or weeks.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A23 smartphones can verify the November 2024 security update via One UI builds given below:
- Galaxy A53 – A536VSQSEEXJA
- Galaxy A23 – A236VSQS7DXJ5
November 2024 Security Patch Details
November 2024 security update addresses 52 vulnerabilities across Android and Samsung’s software. Google has resolved 38 high-priority issues, while one CVE is not relevant to Galaxy devices.
Samsung’s patches include fixes for 13 vulnerabilities, primarily impacting user profiles, Dex Mode, Galaxy Watch, and certain system features like Settings and Maintenance Mode. This update enhances both the security and performance of Galaxy devices.
How to Update:
Samsung users can check new software updates manually with a handful of simple steps. Firstly, visit your Galaxy device’s “System Settings,” once done, scroll down and tap the “Software update” tab, followed by the “Download and install” button.
One UI 7
One UI 7 Beta update was announced to be released at the end of the year, with plans to stable release in early 2025 along with the Samsung Galaxy S25 series. Reports claim that the Beta Program is about to start in the coming days for the Galaxy S24 series.