Tech Desk 
Oct 10, 2024
Shortly after the release of the Galaxy S24 FE’s first software update, Samsung released an October security update in the United States for the Galaxy S24 series, fixing security vulnerabilities and bug fixes.
The October 2024 security update is rolling out to the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra. Notably, this is the first update the Galaxy S24 series is getting following the One UI 6.1.1 update in September.
Samsung's October patch fixes 42 vulnerabilities
Samsung has asked its customers to identify the update by checking the final four characters of its build number i.e. AXI1. The 442.22MB firmware size indicates it is only a security and bug-fixing update.
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The October 2024 security patch will fix 30 security problems in the Android operating system and 12 that exclusively affected Galaxy devices.
Moreover, it also fixes vulnerabilities affecting Exynos chipset-powered Galaxy smartphones and smartwatches. However, doesn’t apply to the Exynos 2400 chip of the Galaxy S24 and S24+ devices.
Check software updates on Samsung Galaxy S24 series
Follow the steps listed below to check the update:
- Navigate to Settings.
- Click ‘Software Update.’
- Now, hit ‘Download and Install."
The update is available on some carrier-locked variants, including the AT&T. However, it will be available to other carriers and regions in the coming weeks.
