Surface Laptop Go 3 and Go 2 receive firmware update with battery enhancements and display fixes

Microsoft has rolled out a significant firmware update for its entry-level Surface laptops, introducing crucial enhancements. This update addresses a security vulnerability in the fingerprint sensor, resolves the non-reactive Battery Limit feature, and fixes display flickering issues, among other improvements. Additionally, the Surface Laptop Go 2 has been patched to rectify three security vulnerabilities associated with Intel components. These updates have been gradually released across the Surface lineup throughout September.

Below is the changelog:

The following update is accessible for Surface Laptop Go 3 and Go 2 devices running Windows 10 September 2022 Update, Version 22H2, or later.

Fixes a fingerprint authentication bypass security vulnerability to mitigate spoofing attacks.

Corrects the issue that was hindering the functionality of the Battery Limit setting.

Moreover, the Surface Laptop Go 2 has received several additional fixes:

Addresses a potential security vulnerability related to Intel® Security Advisories INTEL-SA-00999, INTEL-SA-01083, and INTEL-SA-01071.

Enhances compliance with data collection regulations and updates the consent experience related to data transmission.

Resolves the issue that caused screen flickering or flashing when connected to Surface Dock 2.

To view the complete list of new drivers for the Surface Laptop Go 3, visit here, and for the Surface Laptop Go 2, click here.

Additional details regarding the release include:

Supported Configurations	Surface Laptop Go 2	Surface Laptop Go 3
Supported Windows Versions	Windows 10 version 22H2 Windows 11 version 22H2 and newer
Update Size	474 MB (Surface Laptop Go 2)	550 MB (Surface Laptop Go 3)
Known Issues	No known issues in these updates.
Device Supported Until	June 7, 2028	October 3, 2029

The latest firmware update for the Surface Laptop Go 2 and Go 3 can be downloaded via Windows Update. For those who prefer manual installation, packages are available here (Surface Laptop Go 2) and here (Surface Laptop Go 3). Please ensure to back up important data before installation, as firmware updates cannot be uninstalled.

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