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Samsung releases December 2022 security patch details
Samsung officially published the December 2022 security patch details, revealing CVE and SVE items for better security. Notably, the company has not yet started to roll out the December 2022 security patch for Galaxy devices.
The December 2022 security patch brings fixes for five critical CVEs, sixty high levels of CVEs, and two moderate for Samsung phones and tablets. It’s worth mentioning that three Android CVEs aren’t applicable on Galaxy devices.
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December 2022 security patch is crucial for Galaxy devices, as it fixes about 5 dozen CVEs discovered in the Android operating system. To keep your device safe against threats, install the patch as soon as it arrives.
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Aside from bug fixes, the Korean tech giant also shared the revised software update rollout plan for Galaxy devices. The support page lists all Galaxy phones and tablets eligible for Monthly, Quarterly and Biannual security updates.
One UI 5 x December 2022
In November, Samsung updated over three dozen Galaxy models to the latest Android 13-based One UI 5.0 software. Due to this rapid OS distribution, the company hasn’t released the most up-to-date Android patch.
The major One UI 5 firmware comes with a number of improvements and system optimization so you can get the most out of your Galaxy. However, the new OS update package carries plenty of new features, mentioned here.
As of now, all eligible flagship Galaxies are running the Android 13, while select mid-range and budget devices are also getting their One UI 5 upgrade in various phases as per regional and carrier availability. Roadmap
Check December patch CVEs below:
Critical
- CVE-2021-35122, CVE-2022-20472, CVE-2022-20473, CVE-2022-20411, CVE-2022-20498
High
- CVE-2021-1050, CVE-2021-39661, CVE-2022-32602, CVE-2021-35109, CVE-2021-35108, CVE-2021-35135, CVE-2021-35132, CVE-2022-25671, CVE-2022-33237, CVE-2022-33239, CVE-2022-25724, CVE-2022-25743, CVE-2022-25741, CVE-2022-38690, CVE-2022-2984, CVE-2022-38676, CVE-2022-38672, CVE-2022-39105, CVE-2022-38673, CVE-2022-2985, CVE-2022-38669, CVE-2022-38670, CVE-2022-20502, CVE-2021-39617, CVE-2021-39795, CVE-2022-20124, CVE-2022-20442, CVE-2022-20444, CVE-2022-20470, CVE-2022-20474, CVE-2022-20475, CVE-2022-20477, CVE-2022-20485, CVE-2022-20486, CVE-2022-20491, CVE-2022-20611, CVE-2021-0934, CVE-2022-20449, CVE-2022-20476, CVE-2022-20482, CVE-2022-20500, CVE-2022-20496, CVE-2022-20469, CVE-2022-20144, CVE-2022-20240, CVE-2022-20478, CVE-2022-20479, CVE-2022-20480, CVE-2022-20484, CVE-2022-20487, CVE-2022-20488, CVE-2022-20495, CVE-2022-20501, CVE-2022-20471, CVE-2022-20483, CVE-2022-20497, CVE-2022-20499, CVE-2021-39673, CVE-2022-20131, CVE-2022-20466 (Q10, R11, S12, S12L)
Moderate
- CVE-2022-20468, CVE-2022-20466(T13)
Already included in previous updates
- None
Not applicable to Samsung devices
- CVE-2022-32601, CVE-2022-33234, CVE-2022-33236
March 2023 security update is now rolling out for Samsung Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 Plus, and Galaxy S20 Ultra smartphones in the US. The latest update installs an Android patch to enhance security.
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Samsung Galaxy S20 smartphones already received March 2023 update in selected European countries such as Germany. Now, the update is available for carrier-unlocked Galaxy S20 variants in the US and the company will expand this update soon for locked ones.
The latest update for Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 Plus, and Galaxy S20 Ultra smartphones in the US can be identified via One UI build versions G981U1UES3HWB5, G986U1UES3HWB5, and G988U1UES3HWB5 respectively.
March 2023 security Update Detail:
Samsung’s March 2023 security patch brings Google patches that are mentioned in the Android security bulletin. For your Galaxy S20, there are a number of common vulnerability exposures mentioned in the document, including:
- Critical – 5
- High – 35
- Moderate – 0
- Already fixed – 4
- Not applicable – 5
Not that all, but the firmware also comes with 23 SVE (Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures). With both CVE and SVE items, the company ensures the best possible security on Galaxy devices.
How to Update:
First of all, visit your system Settings, now scroll down the tap the Software update tab. From here, you have to hit the Download and install button so your smartphone can connect to Samsung’s software server and detect a new build online. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the update.
Samsung rolled out March 2023 update for the Galaxy S23 series in several countries including France, Germany, UK, and India. Now, the company is pushing the March 2023 security update for Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphones in the US.
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The latest update enhances the security of the Galaxy S23 devices as well as enhances stability to provide better performance. It is a regular update so it does not carry much more than the monthly security maintenance.
According to official details, March 2023 security patch brings fixes for a bundle of security bugs in Android OS to provide a seamless and errorless performance. This update fixes a bunch of 60 vulnerabilities which includes 23 Galaxy-specific Samsung Vulnerability and Exposures.
March 2023 security update is releasing for carrier-unlocked Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra variants in the US. The carrier-locked variants of Galaxy S23 will soon receive this monthly update.
Latest Firmware:
- Galaxy S23 – S911U1UES1AWBM
- Galaxy S23 Plus – S916U1UES1AWBM
- Galaxy S23 Ultra – S918U1UES1AWBM
The installation package size of the latest update is 383.01 MB, you can download and install it by following a few steps. Open your device Settings, press on the Software Update option, and then click on the Download and install option. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the latest update.
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According to some reports, Samsung is going to release a major update for the Galaxy S23 series smartphones before the start of April. This major update will bring camera improvements to provide a wonderful Galaxy experience.
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Samsung is rolling out the March 2023 Android security patch update for Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 smartphones in Europe. This update fixes many unwanted issues and further sweetens the One UI 5.1 software.
As per the information, these foldable smartphones are receiving optimizations for system stability. It ensures that you don’t meet any crashing, freezing, or lagging problems while operating the phone.
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For security enhancement, the Korean firm has fixed over 60 related issues and exposures. These include 5 Critical and 35 High levels of CVEs from Google’s Android operating system and 23 Galaxy-specific SVEs that were affecting One UI apps and services.
Besides these, Samsung does not bring any notable new features or changes with this update. Both these foldables recently grabbed the big One UI 5.1 update and their another feature-rich One UI 5.1.1 software is on the way.
Last year, Samsung brought the Android 12L-based One UI 4.1.1 software with a lot of new features to make large-screen easy to use. A similar update is coming this year as well but there is no sign of Android 13L so far. It seems like One UI 5.1.1 will also rely on Android 13.
Moreover, the company is expected to introduce the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 smartphones with Android 13-based One UI 5.1.1 software out of the box. The next-gen foldable phones may debut in August this year, whereas the One UI 5.1.1 may be available for older Galaxy devices a month later of launch.
Software version:
You can verify the March 2023 software update for your Samsung Galaxy Fold 3 or Galaxy Z Flip 3 in Europe with One UI version:
- Fold 3 – F926BXXS3EWB5
- Flip 3 – F711BXXS4EWB5
Meanwhile, to get access to it, visit your phone’s Settings and go to the Software update section then tap Download and install option.