Samsung Galaxy Note 20, Note 20 Ultra grab August 2024 security update

Samsung has started releasing the August 2024 security update for Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphones in the US. The update is rolling out gradually so it may take some days to reach all models.

The Korean tech giant is releasing the latest software update with system security improvements to keep your files and data safe on your phone. It also optimizes system stability to offer your device uninterrupted and seamless functionality.

Users of the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphones are getting the August 2024 update with One UI build version ending with HXH1 in the US. The company will expand this update to more countries in the coming days.

August 2024 Security Patch Details

August 2024 security update contains the Security Maintenance Release (SMR), combining patches from Google and Samsung. Google addresses 1 critical, 34 high-level vulnerabilities in Android, although 2 are irrelevant to Galaxy devices.

Samsung has also addressed 14 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) to strengthen device security further. These vulnerabilities mainly impact components such as system service, Knox services, Galaxy Watch, and more. Beyond security enhancements, the update delivers performance improvements and stability-boosting fixes.

Users of Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra smartphones can easily check and install the update via a few easy steps:

• Navigate to Settings.
• Select Software Updates from the menu.
• Tap on the Download and Install option to initiate the update process.
• If the update is available, proceed to install it.