Samsung makes phones, chips, and connected devices whose software flaws, firmware updates, and supply-chain risks can affect data and system security.
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Samsung is a manufacturer of smartphones, tablets, wearables, televisions, appliances, and related software; in security coverage, the term most often concerns Galaxy mobile devices, their Android-based firmware, and enterprise controls such as Samsung Knox. Its large installed base makes Samsung firmware, preinstalled applications, and device-management interfaces relevant attack surfaces for both consumers and organizations.
Security news may involve vulnerabilities in the Android framework, Samsung components, drivers, boot chain, or bundled applications, as well as the availability and scope of monthly device updates. Practitioners should track affected models and software versions, apply vendor patches, and account for devices that no longer receive updates. Knox features can support hardware-backed key storage, secure boot, work-profile separation, and centralized policy enforcement, but their protection depends on configuration and the underlying device lifecycle. Privacy reviews should also consider permissions, telemetry, and data handled by Samsung services.
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Microsoft has shared guidance to fix C:\ drive access issues and app failures on some Samsung laptops running Windows 11, versions 25H2 and 24H2. [...]
Microsoft has removed the Samsung Galaxy Connect app from the Microsoft Store because it was causing issues on specific Samsung Galaxy Book 4 and desktop models running Windows 11. [...]
Microsoft is investigating a new issue affecting some Samsung laptops running Windows 11 after installing the February 2026 security updates, in which users lose access to their C:\ drive and are unable to launch applications. [...]
Samsung and the State of Texas have reached a settlement agreement over the alleged unlawful collection of content-viewing information through its smart TVs [...]
The State of Texas obtained a short-lived, temporary restraining order (TRO) against Samsung that prohibited the South Korean company from collecting audio and visual data about what Texas consumers are watching on their TVs. [...]
The State of Texas has obtained a temporary restraining order (TRO) against Samsung that prohibits the South Korean company from collecting audio and visual data about what Texas consumers are watching on their TVs. [...]
CISA ordered U.S. federal agencies today to patch a critical Samsung vulnerability that has been exploited in zero-day attacks to deploy LandFall spyware on devices running WhatsApp. [...]
A threat actor exploited a zero-day vulnerability in Samsung's Android image processing library to deploy a previously unknown spyware called 'LandFall' using malicious images sent over WhatsApp. [...]
Samsung has patched a remote code execution vulnerability that was exploited in zero-day attacks targeting its Android devices. [...]
Samsung has announced multiple data security and privacy enhancements for its upcoming Galaxy smartphones running One UI 8, its custom user interface on top of Android. [...]
Hackers are exploiting an unauthenticated remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in the Samsung MagicINFO 9 Server to hijack devices and deploy malware. [...]
On the second day of Pwn2Own Ireland 2024, competing white hat hackers showcased an impressive 51 zero-day vulnerabilities, earning a total of $358,625 in cash prizes. [...]
Samsung has launched a new bug bounty program for its mobile devices with rewards of up to $1,000,000 for reports demonstrating critical attack scenarios. [...]
Samsung Electronics is notifying some of its customers of a data breach that exposed their personal information to an unauthorized individual. [...]
Samsung Electronics is notifying some of its customers of a data breach that exposed their personal information to an unauthorized individual. [...]
Samsung has unveiled a new security feature called 'Auto Blocker' as part of the One UI 6 update, offering enhanced malware protection on Galaxy devices. [...]
Security researchers hacked the Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphone two more times on the second day of the Pwn2Own 2023 hacking competition in Toronto, Canada. [...]
Security researchers hacked the Samsung Galaxy S23 twice during the first day of the consumer-focused Pwn2Own 2023 hacking contest in Toronto, Canada. [...]
Trojanized Signal and Telegram apps containing the BadBazaar spyware were uploaded onto Google Play and Samsung Galaxy Store by a Chinese APT hacking group known as GREF. [...]
CISA warned today of a security vulnerability affecting Samsung devices used in attacks to bypass Android address space layout randomization (ASLR) protection. [...]