Security Tracker
Latest Samsung Galaxy Security Updates
Track the latest verified Samsung security patch levels by device. Samsung releases monthly security bulletins addressing Android and Galaxy-specific vulnerabilities.
Samsung security bulletins
| Patch month | Security patch level | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08 | 01 Aug 2026 | Samsung Mobile Security Bulletin for August 2026 covering Google's Android patch level plus Samsung-specific fixes. |
| 2026-07 | 01 Jul 2026 | Samsung Mobile Security Bulletin for July 2026. |
| 2026-06 | 01 Jun 2026 | Samsung Mobile Security Bulletin for June 2026. |
Latest security patches by device
| Device | Model | Latest patch | Build | CSC | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S25 Ultra | SM-S938B | 01 Aug 2026 | Pending | DBT | Verified |
| Galaxy S25 Plus | SM-S936B | 01 Aug 2026 | Pending | BTU | Verified |
| Galaxy S25 | SM-S931B | 01 Aug 2026 | Pending | XEF | Verified |
| Galaxy Z Fold7 | SM-F966B | 01 Aug 2026 | Pending | EUX | Verified |
| Galaxy S25 Edge | SM-S937B | 01 Aug 2026 | Pending | ITV | Reported |
| Galaxy Z Flip7 | SM-F766B | 01 Jul 2026 | Pending | EUX | Reported |
| Galaxy A56 5G | SM-A566B | 01 Jul 2026 | Pending | DBT | Verified |
| Galaxy A36 5G | SM-A366B | 01 Jul 2026 | Pending | XEO | Reported |
| Galaxy A26 5G | SM-A266B | 01 Jun 2026 | Pending | INS | Reported |
| Galaxy A16 5G | SM-A166B | 01 Jun 2026 | Pending | BTU | Reported |
About Samsung security updates
Samsung publishes a monthly security bulletin detailing vulnerabilities patched in each release. Galaxy flagship devices (S and Z series) typically receive monthly patches, while mid-range and entry-level devices follow quarterly or biannual schedules.
Security patches are distributed in staged rollouts by CSC region and carrier. The same device model may receive a patch weeks later in one market than another.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a Samsung security patch?
- A Samsung security patch is a firmware update that fixes identified security vulnerabilities in the Android operating system, Samsung's One UI software and device drivers. Samsung releases monthly security patches, with some devices on quarterly or biannual schedules.
- How often does Samsung release security patches?
- Flagship Galaxy devices receive monthly security patches. Mid-range devices typically receive quarterly patches, and entry-level devices may receive biannual patches. Samsung publishes a monthly security bulletin detailing the vulnerabilities addressed.
- Why hasn't my device received the latest patch?
- Security patches are distributed in staged rollouts by CSC region and carrier. The same device may receive a patch weeks later in one country than another. Check your device's CSC code and the firmware ledger for your model.