I have a spare s10e SM-G97OU1. Currently, it's not using a SIM. It was previously using Sprint/T-Mobile service.
My personal s10e (T-mobile) has the May 1, 2022 security patch.
I am trying to use this spare device as a TEAMS-only device to keep my personal phone free of work apps (inTune).
Teams gives a message saying it requires the "2022-05-01 Android security patch or higher".
When I go to Software Update on the phone, it says I have the April 1, 2022 security patch level. I used Smart Switch and my PC to get to that point. Now it does not offer further updates. Trying to check for updates over wi-fi says the device is up to date as well.
Is there a way to sideload this update from SD card / ADB?
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I've just realized that my Android security level is on "1 February 2016" and Samsung's security updater shows no new patches.
Do you know why? My phone was rooted at some time in the past, now the version number is MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPAD, is that correct? Or should I reflash another one?
My employer recently restricted access to Android devices running anything less than SPL 2019-08-05 and since Samsung does not seem to have the ability to deploy patches in a timely manner I'm looking for options.
Is there a way to sideload a security patch?
Is there a custom rom that I can install that won't torch Knox and render my device non-compliant anyway?
Is there a good place to sell my 10e so I can buy a Pixel 3?
1. Getting the patch. If you have the 970U1 or 970F, there is already firmware with the August update released. With the 970F, you might have to get a different country's firmware while the 970U1 seemingly will go to August with a manual update check. If you have a 970U (US carrier model), look into ways to get the U1 firmware loaded (you may need to get sim-unlocked first). None of the carriers are past July.
2. No. Custom roms are only for the 970F and involve rooting and breaking knox.
3. I use swappa. Fees are about $15 at the ~450 USD price point you'd get. You may find the P3 a step down after the S10e
rp3 said:
1. Getting the patch. If you have the 970U1 or 970F, there is already firmware with the August update released. With the 970F, you might have to get a different country's firmware while the 970U1 seemingly will go to August with a manual update check. If you have a 970U (US carrier model), look into ways to get the U1 firmware loaded (you may need to get sim-unlocked first). None of the carriers are past July.
2. No. Custom roms are only for the 970F and involve rooting and breaking knox.
3. I use swappa. Fees are about $15 at the ~450 USD price point you'd get. You may find the P3 a step down after the S10e
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I have 970U1 with the current August patch but it is showing a patch level of August 1, not the Aug 5 mandated by my company's MDM app.
Got this phone on eBay a few weeks ago. I love it but when I set it up, it thinks it has the latest updates.
Click "Check for Updates"
"Your system is up to date"
Android version 9, Security patch level December 1, 2018
Software version is Q910UM25a
Using a Koodo sim. Tried a Fido one too. Same thing.
Tried the LG Mobile Support tool, get a message saying "Your device has the latest software available from the LG Mobile Support Tool.
Anyone have any ideas? Thanks!
Normal versions are Q910UM20x not 25. Usually LG name 25,29,28 beta firmwares. You need flash 20 full(full OTA) firmware. But where find fullflash i dont know.
I seem to be in the same boat. Picked up two of these previous display model devices.
One is running Q910UM11c (Android 8.1.0, September 2018 patch level) and prompting for an update to 25a, the other is already running 25a.
I'll attempt to capture the OTA on the one still running 11c. I doubt it will help, but it can't hurt.
EDIT: I'll include the build build numbers here just in case they're useful for anything.
Q910UM11c, build OPM1.171019.026
Q910UM25a, build PKQ1.180904.001
skyblaster said:
I seem to be in the same boat. Picked up two of these previous display model devices.
One is running Q910UM11c (Android 8.1.0, September 2018 patch level) and prompting for an update to 25a, the other is already running 25a.
I'll attempt to capture the OTA on the one still running 11c. I doubt it will help, but it can't hurt.
EDIT: I'll include the build build numbers here just in case they're useful for anything.
Q910UM11c, build OPM1.171019.026
Q910UM25a, build PKQ1.180904.001
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Same boat, mate! I on Q910UM25a, build PKQ1.180904.001 with Dec 2018 security patch. Wish I could find a way to move to regular build. But information is almost non-existent on this device.
I just got this phone, however I realized it was running on Android 11, not there recent Android 12 that came out. I checked and it's still saying it's updated but it isn't. The CSC code is TMK/TMK/VZW. The base version is G975USQU5GUCH, which is a Verizon/Comcast update. What should I do? The phone boots up with the Metro By T-Mobile logo, which is right but it doesn't receive updates.
Updates are patches for already installed Android, in your case Android 11. Updates get rolled out by OEM if they deem it necessary.
I have a small idea on what might be happening
The phone was using a software the carrier never used so when it became from what it was to TMK, they can't find updates to configure it. Is it possible to flash the next update with the correct CSC and it will configure it right?
Also the update screen is different
The last security update I see is June 1, 2022, which is to install Android 13, which I don't really want. Since there is a a new wifi calling exploit found, is there a way to get the security updates without installing A13 or does Goolge have the deck stacked and I'm essentially forced to upgrade? I live in a rural area and without wifi calling, I have no service.
I think your best bet would be to install a security patch via Magisk if you can find one. Also, maybe a kernel would offer what your looking for?
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Since there is a a new wifi calling exploit found
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First of all the exploit was fixed with the latest update a few days ago! The exploit was discovered, fixed and published by Google. That's the usual way a chip manufacturer deals with it and there' no reason why it should be unsecure to use the latest firmware. BTW: No device was attacked.
Security patch level June '22? You want the latest patch level without installing the corresponding firmware? For what purpose? A new security patch = updated firmware and without an updated firmware you don't have any patches. That's it.
Edit: Some background information. Your installed patch level is set in your boot.img. In theory you'll need a patched boot.img with another patch level (unlocked bootloader required => all data gets wiped!). But your device isn't then more secure than before!!
So it's clear in my head, the OS is firmware and the latest security patches rely on the latest OS to function, correct?
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So it's clear in my head, the OS is firmware and the latest security patches rely on the latest OS to function, correct?
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yes
WoKoschekk said:
yes
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Thanks!
Interesting. I installed all the available updates and the is no March update, which I thought was needed to fix the exploit. The most recent update is from Feb 5, 2023. This is a 6A phone.