Samsung Galaxy S26 and S25 receive May security update with 39 fixes
Os Samsung Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S25 begin receiving the May 2026 security patch starting this week. The update, measuring 560 MB on the S26 models and 545 MB on the S25, fixes 39 vulnerabilities that allowed unauthorized access to personal data stored on the devices.
Vulnerabilidades Patches Include Critical Crashes
Entre of the 39 flaws resolved, two were classified as critical, 28 as high severity and six as moderate. Essas loopholes granted elevated privileges to potential attackers, enabling the extraction of sensitive information stored on the phone. Três’s vulnerabilities remain temporarily confidential for security reasons.
The 39 concealers are divided into two main categories:
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- 30 fixes linked to Android (with one not applicable to Galaxy)
- 10 fixes related to the Samsung ecosystem, including One UI and Exynos chipsets

Global Disponibilidade for both generations
The patch arrived on Galaxy S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra a few days ago, especially on Europa. The update now expands to the Galaxy S25 in all regions worldwide. Isso marks the sequence of monthly security updates that Samsung has been maintaining, including the April 2026 patch that had already been delivered to newer models.
Distribution takes place via gradual rollout, which means that not all users will receive the notification simultaneously. The process depends on the geographic location and telephone operator.
Como install the update now
Proprietários of Galaxy S26 or S25 can manually check update availability by following this simple path:
- Abra the application of Configurações
- Toque in software Atualização
- Selecione Baixar and install
- Confirme installation when prompted
Installation takes place directly in the phone’s settings, without the need to access third-party applications or a computer. Recomenda-Connect to a stable Wi-Fi network before starting the download.
Contexto updates Samsung
Enquanto One UI 9 arrives in beta on Galaxy S26, One UI 8.5 has finally reached stable release on older Samsung devices, including Galaxy S25. The May security patch represents an important milestone in the South Korean manufacturer’s continuous protection strategy, which has maintained a monthly cadence of patches since the beginning of 2026.
Separating major operating system updates from monthly security patches allows Samsung to deliver critical protection without waiting for longer development cycles. Esse model benefits devices of different generations simultaneously while maintaining the security of the installed base.
















