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Samsung July 2024 Security Patch Details Released: Here’s What’s New
As we enter the 2nd day of July 2024, Samsung has unveiled details of its newest security patch for Galaxy devices. This update aims to enhance security and performance, however, the rollout is yet to start.
July 2024 Security Maintenance Release (SMR) combines patches from Google and Samsung. Google brings fixes for 4 critical and 21 high-level vulnerabilities in Android, although 2 are not applicable to Samsung devices.
Moreover, Samsung has resolved 33 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) to further improve device security. These SVE items are mainly related to One UI Home, System Property, System UI, Filter Provider, Secure Folder, Configuration Message, IMS service, Knox, MTP app, and more.
This time, Samsung’s semiconductor patch also introduces fixes for 2 high-level CVEs specific to their hardware.
Samsung July 2024 Security Patch Details
Android Patch Details
Critical
- CVE-2023-43556, CVE-2023-43538, CVE-2023-43551, CVE-2024-31320
High
- CVE-2024-0671, CVE-2024-1065, CVE-2024-23698, CVE-2024-23696, CVE-2024-23697, CVE-2024-23695, CVE-2024-23711, CVE-2024-26926, CVE-2024-20066, CVE-2024-20068, CVE-2024-20067, CVE-2023-43542, CVE-2024-23363, CVE-2024-31331, CVE-2024-34720, CVE-2024-34723, CVE-2024-31332, CVE-2024-31339, CVE-2024-34722, CVE-2024-34721, CVE-2024-31338
Moderate
- None
Already included in previous updates
- None
Not applicable to Samsung devices
- CVE-2024-20069, CVE-2024-20065
Samsung Semiconductor
Samsung Semiconductor patch is also included in this Security Maintenance Release with the following CVE item:
High
- CVE-2024-29153, CVE-2023-50805
One UI Patch Details
- SVE-2023-1279(CVE-2024-20888): Improper access control in OneUIHome
- SVE-2023-1514(CVE-2024-34583): Improper access control in system property
- SVE-2024-0067(CVE-2024-20890, CVE-2024-20889): Improper implementation in BLE
- SVE-2024-0144(CVE-2024-20891): Improper access control in SystemUI
- SVE-2024-0146(CVE-2024-34585): Improper access control in SystemUI
- SVE-2024-0148(CVE-2024-34595): Improper access control in SystemUI
- SVE-2024-0194(CVE-2024-20892): Improper verification of signature in FilterProvider
- SVE-2024-0440(CVE-2024-20893): Improper input validation in libmediaextractorservice.so
- SVE-2024-0490(CVE-2024-20894): Improper handling of exceptional conditions in Secure Folder
- SVE-2024-0547(CVE-2024-20895): Improper access control in Dar service
- SVE-2024-0700(CVE-2024-20896): Use of implicit intent for sensitive communication in Configuration message
- SVE-2024-0716(CVE-2024-34584): Improper privilege management in SumeNNService
- SVE-2024-0772(CVE-2024-20899, CVE-2024-20898, CVE-2024-20897): Use of implicit intent for sensitive communication in FCM function in IMS service.
- SVE-2024-0788(CVE-2024-34586): Improper access control in KnoxCustomManagerService
- SVE-2024-0793(CVE-2024-34587): Improper input validation in librtp.so
- SVE-2024-0794(CVE-2024-34588): Improper input validation in librtp.so
- SVE-2024-0795(CVE-2024-34589): Improper input validation in librtp.so
- SVE-2024-0810(CVE-2024-34590): Improper input validation in librtp.so
- SVE-2024-0811(CVE-2024-34591): Improper input validation in librtp.so
- SVE-2024-0812(CVE-2024-34592): Improper input validation in librtp.so
- SVE-2024-0818(CVE-2024-34593): Improper input validation in librtp.so
- SVE-2024-0834(CVE-2024-20900): Improper authentication in MTP application
- SVE-2024-0851(CVE-2024-20901): Improper input validation in copying data to buffer cache in libsaped
- SVE-2024-0882(CVE-2024-34594): Exposure of sensitive information in proc file system
Some SVE items included in the Samsung Android Security Update cannot be disclosed at this time.
Samsung Galaxy users can now hide the hotspot icon on their smartphones along with other indicator icons, thanks to the QuickStar Good Lock module.
Previously, users could customize the visibility of several indicator icons including VPN, Power Saver, Location, Date Saver, battery, Bluetooth, and more. Now, the Mobile Hotspot icon has been added to this list.
Last month, Samsung released the QuickStar 7.3.06.50 update, which introduced the ability to hide the mobile hotspot icon. This feature is particularly useful for users who prefer a cleaner quick panel and want to hide indicator icons.
To hide the Mobile Hotspot indicator icon on the quick panel of your Samsung devices, users just need to follow a few simple steps.
- Open the Good Lock app on your Samsung Galaxy device.
- Access the QuickStar Good Lock module and enable it by toggling the option.
- Navigate to the “Visibility of Indicator icons” option.
- Enable the feature with a single tap on the toggle.
- Locate the Mobile Hotspot icon in the list and toggle it off to hide it from the quick panel.
By giving users control over which icons appear in the quick panel, Samsung enhances usability and ensures a cleaner look that suits individual preferences. This feature simplifies the user interface and offers a more personalized experience.
Samsung QuickStar 7.3.06.50 update brings hotspot icon hiding feature
July 2024 is going to be an important month as Samsung will host its Galaxy Unpacked event, where the company will launch several products including the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6. Alongside these launches, Samsung has started rolling out the July 2024 security patch for Galaxy devices, with the Galaxy A55 being the first device to receive it.
The July 2024 security patch addresses more than 55 issues to enhance system security. Google brings fixes for 4 critical and 21 high-level vulnerabilities in Android, although 2 are not relevant to Samsung devices.
In addition, Samsung has fixed 33 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) to further strengthen device security. These vulnerabilities mainly impact components such as One UI Home, System Property, System UI, Filter Provider, Secure Folder, Configuration Message, IMS service, Knox, MTP app, and others.
Below is the list of Galaxy devices that have already received the July 2024 update.
Samsung One UI July 2024 Updates List
July 06
- Samsung’s July 2024 security update has arrived, starting with Galaxy A55
*More Galaxy devices will be added in the coming days.
Samsung July 2024 Security Patch Details Released: Here’s What’s New
In the modern era, ensuring the safety of your smartphone against malware and vulnerabilities is important. Samsung continues to innovate new functions with software developments that enhance the security of Galaxy devices. If you’re using a One UI 6.1 Galaxy device, explore four features that boost the security of your Samsung device once enabled.
Notably, the Galaxy device with Samsung Knox ensures comprehensive security by isolating sensitive data such as passwords and PINs. This multi-layered security system protects against hacking and data theft.
Samsung One UI 6.1 Security Features
App Protection
Samsung offers an App Protection feature that scans your device to save it from the unseen dangers of malware and viruses. It allows you to scan all applications and files on your device automatically, so you don’t have to bother checking files or applications one by one.
You can easily enable it through Settings >> Device Care >> App Protection>> Turn it on.
Read more: How to turn on App Protection feature on Samsung devices
Auto Blocker
Auto Blocker offers various security features to protect user privacy. It prevents your device from downloading applications from suspicious sources without first confirming to the user. It also blocks commands that enter the device via the USB port.
To turn on this amazing feature, you just need to visit the Settings app >> Security Privacy >> Auto Blocker function >> Tap on the toggle to turn it on.
Read more: How to activate Auto Blocker feature on Samsung devices
Maintenance Mode
Maintenance Mode is a very useful feature that safeguards personal data during device repair. This feature allows service technicians to access the necessary functions of the phone without exposing any personal information.
The mode also ensures that applications installed by the user are not removed. Any data or accounts created while in Maintenance Mode will be automatically deleted once the mode is turned off.
To activate, open Settings on your device >> tap on Device Care >> Maintenance Mode >> turn on the feature >>restart the device to secure personal data.
Also Read: How to use Maintenance Mode on your Samsung device
Pin App
Sometimes, sharing photos or videos with friends or family can lead to unintended privacy violations if they accidentally access other apps or view personal message notifications on your device.
For that, Samsung‘s One UI has a “Pin App” feature, which lets users lock a single app onto the screen, preventing access to other apps and protecting notification content.
You can easily turn it on by opening Settings >> Security Privacy >> More Security Settings >> Turn on the Pin App option >> Select the Recents icon next to Home >> Select the icon above the desired application >> Select “Pin this app” option.
Read More: How to turn on App Protection feature on Samsung devices