Snapdragon Galaxy S21 FE models grab November 2024 security update

Samsung has pushed the November 2024 security update for the Snapdragon variants of the Galaxy S21 FE smartphone. This update is already out for Exynos models in Europe.

The fresh update improves system security and stability, providing a better Galaxy experience. It is currently rolling out in India and the company will soon expand to more countries.

November 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Snapdragon models can be identified through One UI build version G990B2XXAGJ3. The installation package size of this update is around 350MB.

This fresh update is based on One UI 6.1 and Android 14. The company is now preparing the device for the next major update through new software.

Notably, the 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.

Moreover, 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.

Users are advised to install the update promptly to benefit from the improved security measures. For those who have not received an update notification, the update can be manually checked and installed.

To install the update, open the smartphone’s settings, select ‘Software Update’, and then ‘Download and install’. Following these steps will ensure that your Galaxy smartphone is up-to-date with the latest security protections. The update is rolling out gradually so it may take some hours or days to reach all models.