Samsung Galaxy owners issued urgent warning to download 'critical' Android update today
dailyrecord.co.ukSamsung has released a new update that patches a glitch with the Android operating system that puts devices at risk from hackers.Owners of the device are being urged to download the new software update which amends the 'critical' flaw that could allow criminals to install malware remotely.
If your device isn't updated, the security flaw could allow hackers to steal passwords and usernames.The update also fixes 39 bugs from Google and another 11 that are specific to Samsung devices, reports The Mirror.Confirming the news in its latest security notes, Samsung stated: "Samsung Mobile is releasing a maintenance release for major flagship models as part of monthly Security Maintenance Release (SMR) process."This SMR package includes patches from Google and Samsung.
Google patches include patches up to Android Security Bulletin – March 2023 package."While some devices will update automatically, or prompt users to update, it is important to manually make sure that your phone is safe and secure.The file size is around 350MB so Samsung users who don't have much data left may want to wait until they are connected to Wi-Fi.
And once the installation takes place your phone will also be out of action for a short time so only perform the update if you aren't busy.There's no word on which Galaxy devices will get the upgrade first but it's likely that the new Galaxy S23 and last year's Galaxy S22 will be top of the list. Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - sign up to our daily newsletter here .
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