Summary

  • The May 2025 security update is already hitting US Galaxy S22 carrier-locked models; unlocked users aren’t far behind.
  • The patch is also landing on the Galaxy S21 FE and S23 FE, plugging some serious security leaks like those sneaky SmartManagerCN and Enriched Call bugs.
  • The update doesn’t have critical threats and introduces extra patches from Samsung Semiconductor; users can update easily via settings or manually flash the firmware.

Samsung has got its hands full, in a good way. While it’s busy laying down fresh security patches for a bunch of its devices, it’s also deep in the lab working on what’s next: One UI 7 and even early peeks at One UI 8. At the same time, the company is not leaving older phones behind. The May 2025 security patch is making its way to past Samsung flagships like the Galaxy S22 series.

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In the US, the May 2025 security update is now landing on the Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra. It’s currently rolling out to the carrier-locked versions (the ones labeled SM-S901U, S906U, and S908U). If you’re rocking an unlocked model, your update should be dropping soon, probably within the next few days or so (via Droid Life).

Enhanced security rollout extends to the Galaxy S21 FE and S23 FE

Samsung is also rolling out the May 2025 security patch to the Galaxy S21 FE and S23 FE. This update tackles a bunch of security holes, tightening up protection and boosting overall device stability.

Some of the issues patched were pretty serious, too. One bug let shady apps mess with SmartManagerCN, and another opened the door to sneaky data access through Enriched Call. Thanks to this update, those risks are now shut down.

Thankfully, the May security update for devices like the Galaxy S22, S21 FE, and S23 FE didn’t include any critical threats. What’s more, this update brings in some extra patches straight from Samsung Semiconductor.

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If you’re ready to grab the May security update, you’ve got two easy options. The simplest way is to head over to Settings > Software update > Download and install, and let your phone do the rest. Alternatively, you can manually download the firmware from Samsung’s update section and flash it using the Odin tool.

Samsung is already rolling out the One UI 8 beta for the fresh Galaxy S25 lineup, running on the new Android 16. What’s cool is that the Galaxy S22 crew isn’t left out, as it’s next in line for the update too. So if you’ve got an S22, get ready for a fresh look and some nice improvements.