Samsung Galaxy S10 Fingerprint Sensor Safety Notice
Samsung acknowledged a vulnerability in the Galaxy S10 in-display fingerprint sensor where third-party screen protectors could cause the sensor to unlock for any fingerprint, not just the registered ones. Samsung released a software patch to fix the issue.
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Sourced from Samsung. Last reviewed March 4, 2026.
This recall involves safety concerns. Take action promptly.
✨ Plain-English Summary
Samsung Galaxy S10 models had a security flaw in the in-display fingerprint sensor that allowed it to unlock with any fingerprint when certain third-party screen protectors were installed. Samsung fixed this issue with a software update that improved how the sensor validates fingerprints.
Is This Recall Still Active?
Status: No - Expired
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Source & Verification
This page summarizes the official notice and keeps key facts easy to verify.
- Official source
- Samsung
- Announced by source
- October 17, 2019
- Last reviewed by RecallRadar
- March 4, 2026
What You Should Do
- 1Remove any third-party screen protectors from your device immediately.
- 2Check for and install the latest Samsung software update on your Galaxy S10 or Note
- 3Verify your fingerprint unlock works correctly after updating.
- 4Consider using Samsung-approved screen protectors if you want additional display protection.
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Samsung acknowledged a vulnerability in the Galaxy S10 in-display fingerprint sensor where third-party screen protectors could cause the sensor to unlock for any fingerprint, not just the registered ones. Samsung released a software patch to fix the issue.
Who's Affected
Specific models and identifiers listed in the source notice:
Model #1
Samsung Galaxy S10
Model #2
Samsung Galaxy S10+
Model #3
Samsung Galaxy S10 5G
Model #4
Samsung Galaxy Note 10
| # | Model |
|---|---|
| 1 | Samsung Galaxy S10 |
| 2 | Samsung Galaxy S10+ |
| 3 | Samsung Galaxy S10 5G |
| 4 | Samsung Galaxy Note 10 |
Technical model codes are manufacturer identifiers. Match both the product name and model code from your device settings, label, or packaging.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my samsung device affected?
Check the affected models section on this page. The official notice currently lists Samsung Galaxy S10, Samsung Galaxy S10+, Samsung Galaxy S10 5G, and more.
What is the remedy for this recall?
1. Remove any third-party screen protectors from your device immediately. 2. Check for and install the latest Samsung software update on your Galaxy S10 or Note 10. 3. Verify your fingerprint unlock works correctly after updating. 4. Consider using Samsung-approved screen protectors if you want additional display protection.
Where can I verify recall details?
Use the official source link in this page to confirm dates, eligibility, and next steps: https://news.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-s10-note10-fingerprint-update/
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Quick Info
- Brand
- samsung
- Category
- device
- Source Agency
- Samsung
- Announced
- October 17, 2019
- Expires
- October 17, 2020
- Country
- global
- Status
- Expired
Source & Verification
Sourced from Samsung. Last reviewed March 4, 2026.
- Official source
- Samsung
- Announced by source
- October 17, 2019
- Last reviewed by RecallRadar
- March 4, 2026
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