Samsung begins October 2026 security patch rollout for Galaxy S24

Samsung has initiated the distribution of the October 2026 Android security update for the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra. The rollout has commenced in South Korea, with a gradual release planned for other global markets in the coming days.

The update focuses exclusively on security enhancements rather than new features. It includes a total of 62 security fixes: 45 provided by Google (including 9 critical and 33 high-risk patches) and 17 provided by Samsung (including 6 high-risk patches). Additionally, the package contains 4 fixes from Samsung Semiconductor, indicating collaborative work on software and firmware components.