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Samsung SMR: December 2024 Security patch released

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5 months ago

December 3, 2024

Yogesh

Galaxy users waiting for the Android 15 and One UI 7 beta programs, meanwhile, Samsung has now released the details of the December 2024 security patch for its Galaxy phones and tablets. This patch includes patches from Google and Samsung to boost security and stability.

Samsung SMR: December 2024 security patch released

According to Samsung’s security bulletin for December 2024, its new security patch fixes 46 security fixes found in Galaxy smartphones and tablets, Of these 46 patches, 36 patches came from Google, addressing 6 critical and 28 high levels of CVEs for the Android operating system. However, 1 CVE is not relevant to Galaxy devices.

In addition to Google patches, Samsung offers 10 SVE items to enhance the Galaxy experience. The fresh security patch fices lots of issues related to Theme Center, Galaxy Watch Bluetooth, SmartSwitch, Dex Mode, and more. To get more information bout security patches from Samsung, visit this page. To know more details about Google’s fixes, visit this website.

As the company continues to develop the One UI 7 update, which will likely emerge in the coming weeks. Notable, Samsung is going to release the beta update soon with the Galaxy S24 series.

More Galaxy phones, including the Galaxy S23, Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, as well as Galaxy A55 after internal testing is complete.

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Samsung December 2024 security patch released

Google

Critical

CVE-2024-38408, CVE-2024-43096, CVE-2024-43770, CVE-2024-43771, CVE-2024-49747, CVE-2024-49748

High

CVE-2024-34747, CVE-2024-40671, CVE-2024-34729, CVE-2024-31337, CVE-2023-35659, CVE-2023-35686, CVE-2024-23715, CVE-2024-36978, CVE-2024-46740, CVE-2024-20106, CVE-2024-20104, CVE-2024-23385, CVE-2024-38403, CVE-2024-38424, CVE-2024-38415, CVE-2024-38423, CVE-2024-38421, CVE-2024-21455, CVE-2024-43047, CVE-2024-38405, CVE-2024-43762, CVE-2024-43764, CVE-2024-43769, CVE-2024-43767, CVE-2024-43097, CVE-2024-43768, CVE-2024-43766, CVE-2024-43763

Moderate

None

Already included in previous updates

CVE-2024-38402

Not applicable to Samsung devices

CVE-2024-38422

Samsung Semiconductor

High

CVE-2024-39343, CVE-2024-39890

Samsung

SVE-2024-1485(CVE-2024-49410): Out-of-bounds write in libswmfextractor.so
SVE-2024-1808(CVE-2024-49411): Path Traversal in ThemeCenter
SVE-2024-1845(CVE-2024-49415): Out-of-bound write in libsaped.so
SVE-2024-1885(CVE-2024-49412): Improper input validation in Settings
SVE-2024-2044(CVE-2024-49413): Improper Verification of Cryptographic Signature in SmartSwitch
SVE-2024-2166(CVE-2024-49414): Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path in Dex Mode

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Teaser leak confirms Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge unveiling for May 13: Specs dropped

Published

1 week ago

May 2, 2025

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Samsung is all set to introduce its first-generation flagship slim smartphones. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is expected to be held on May 13, 2025, while an official-looking teaser just leaked.

Well-known tipster Evan Blass today leaked a Galaxy S25 Edge teaser that Samsung should have kept to itself. The image displays “Beyond Slim,” which highlights the upcoming phone’s slim profile and launch date.

As per the teaser, Samsung will launch the Galaxy S25 Edge on May 13, but a new leak has revealed the phone’s full specifications.

It is worth noting that the Galaxy S25 Edge is the fourth model to arrive this month, ahead of the Galaxy S25 FE, which was launched later this year.

According to WinFuture, the Galaxy S25 Edge will feature a 6.66-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display with a maximum brightness of 2,600 nits. It will also have a 1-120Hz refresh rate and will be protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2. It will have extremely thin bezels and weigh around 160 grams, It is IP68-rated for dust and water resistance.

Moreover, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge will reportedly come with a powerful 200MP primary camera (f/1.7, 85-degree FOV) with OIS and a 12MP ultra-wide camera (f/2.2, 120-degree FOV), plus a 12MP selfie snapper (f/2.2, 80-degree FOV).

As for the body, the S25 Edge will have a strong but lightweight titanium frame and glass on both sides. It will run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB or 512GB storage options.

In addition, the Galaxy S25 Edge will support the latest connectivity options, including Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 7, and dual SIM or eSIM. The phone will also pack a 3,900mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging.

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Surprise! Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Galaxy Z Fold 3 starts receiving One UI 7 (Android 15) update

Published

1 week ago

April 30, 2025

Yogesh

After several Galaxy Z series smartphones, Samsung has finally started rolling out the One UI 7 update based on Android 15 for the Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Galaxy Z Fold 3. This update brings several new features and enhancements to provide a next-level foldable experience. It is currently available in South Korea, and the company will soon expand it to more countries. This series. As always, this major update is rolling out gradually, so it may take some hours or days to reach all models.

Users of Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Galaxy Z Fold 3 smartphones can identify the One UI 7 update by the One UI build versions F711NKSU8KYD9 and F926NKSU7KYD9, respectively. The installation package size of this update is around 4 GB. This major update makes the phones of this series more useful, smarter, and secure.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Galaxy Z Fold 3 have completed their Android OS update cycle with the One UI 7 update, and it is not eligible for the next OS update, Android 16. However, it is still suitable for security updates.

If you are using a third-generation foldable smartphone, install the update now via Settings >> Software update >> Download and install. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the update and enjoy the new features and improvements!

Based on Android 15, the One UI 7 update brings several new features and enhancements to deliver a next-level experience. After installing this update, you can now expand folders on the home screen for easy access. Also, it brings the Now bar on the lock screen that shows important information without unlocking your phone.

In addition, it installs the April 2025 Android security patch to improve system security and stability. This update makes your device smarter, more secure, and stable.

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One UI 7 will allow direct access to AI assistant with Side button on Galaxy A series

Published

1 week ago

April 30, 2025

Suhani

Last month, Samsung rolled out the Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A26 5G with the One UI 7 software update. Today, the company announced that select Galaxy A series devices will soon support AI assistant activation via the side button with One UI 7.

A fan-favorite feature, AI assistant activation via the side button is already available to more users across the Galaxy S series and furthers Samsung’s vision of democratizing the latest AI experiences.

Now, users of select Galaxy A series devices will also be able to enjoy smart AI experiences, including launching Google’s AI-powered assistant, Gemini, by pressing and holding the Side button.

In addition to the Side button features, select Galaxy A series devices will soon support Awesome Intelligence with One UI 7.

Notably, Samsung will roll out the Gemini AI side button feature for the Galaxy A-series with the One UI 7 OTA from early May. Selected Galaxy devices include: