Just found this guys, so don't download the game. Stealth Trojan has been found within it.
http://androidcommunity.com/symantec-identifies-stealth-trojan-in-tap-snake-game-20100818/
Wow. Thanks for the heads up.
But how is having access to the location of a bunch of anonymous androids useful to whomever put this together?
javacody said:
Wow. Thanks for the heads up.
But how is having access to the location of a bunch of anonymous androids useful to whomever put this together?
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This day, and age you just really never know? Better safe than sorry, I always say...
WilliamStern said:
Just found this guys, so don't download the game. Stealth Trojan has been found within it.
http://androidcommunity.com/symantec-identifies-stealth-trojan-in-tap-snake-game-20100818/
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Might want to read this..
http://www.androidcentral.com/symantecs-latest-tapsnake-watching-your-every-move
For the lazy the final verdict was : "There are real threats out there, but this isn't one I'm going to worry about"
krichek said:
Might want to read this..
http://www.androidcentral.com/symantecs-latest-tapsnake-watching-your-every-move
For the lazy the final verdict was : "There are real threats out there, but this isn't one I'm going to worry about"
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Yeah, I read that but it's still going on my no Download list. You never know...?
WilliamStern said:
Yeah, I read that but it's still going on my no Download list. You never know...?
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Would you share your "no download list"?
I agree with this guy.
More FUD fear-mongering by antivirus companies looking to get in on the next big area of devices.
Someone wake me up when we have a fully fledged, self-replicating virus that doesn’t require my permission to install, exploits some unknown security hole to subversively install itself, accesses my contacts, and emails itself to all of my friends and acquaintances.
Related
ill be releasing a new rom today based off of damage,fresh,alloyishus,icerom... it will be called "burnt french toast with an icetea in an alloy cup"
Wow, lol.
Sidenote, do all your handles have XX in them?
YAY, Just exactly what we need right now!! Another rom!!
I'm speechless. Not because I have nothing to say... I think I've had my last final warning...
If this is a joke then good one
If this is serious then welcome back to the forum fixxx... I mean smixxer.
Looking forward to this
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Wow, lol.
Sidenote, do all your handles have XX in them?
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There was that one that had o's instead of x's...
Another side note... This is his first post. Don't you have to have so many posts before you can start a thread? Or is that rule just for uploading attachments... hmm
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Wow, lol.
Sidenote, do all your handles have XX in them?
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for the last time it's not me. you know most of you devs must be 10 year old children. how stupid are you to the fact the mods could just trace the ip addy to see who it really is.
im also looking into someone possibly on here hacking into one of my accounts on another board and my email.
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OMG, I'm speechless. Not because I have nothing to say... I think I've had my last final warning...
If this is a joke then good one
If this is serious then welcome back to the forum fixxx... I mean smixxer.
Looking forward to this...
There was that one that had o's instead of x's...
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So how many last warnings do u get before it is ur last final warning. Is it like the whole how many licks does it take to get to the center of a Tootsie pop.
Is it just me or r the mods not being very polite lately. I mean maybe they need a copy of the rules. I think one of them posted the one about being polite and respectful yesterday. Either they didn't read it or once u reach "semi God" status in these forums does it not apply to you anymore.
So smixxer=fixxer=smoother. Think I see that now. Hmm.
I prefer to play nice but at the same time just cause u have power in these parts it doesnt mean i abuse them nor be rude, disrespectful, or forceful. A please and thank u go along ways. Try it some time mods see the reactions u get instead of being ugly about it.
OK off rant....this new rom would look like most on development page
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ill be releasing a new rom today based off of damage,fresh,alloyishus,icerom... it will be called "burnt french toast with an icetea in an alloy cup"
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"in an alloy cup", roflmfao.......this I have to see
ROFLMAO .......q0char
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ROFLMAO .......q0char
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you know spork i thought you were always pretty cool on neowin and here but i don't see why your buying into this. im really appalled at xda today. for someone to have the gall to hack into my accounts and delete my personal info is an invasion of privacy and it has been reported to the proper authorities as well as xda.
Wow I musta missed something.
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Wow, lol.
Sidenote, do all your handles have XX in them?
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You guys are wrong.... damn.
this dude has "xx" <---- count them.... 2 x's
fixxxer2008 has "xxx" <----- count those too... 3 x's
animal7296 said:
Wow I musta missed something.
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no you didn't miss much, just another typical day at the cdma hero section.
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im really appalled at xda today. for someone to have the gall to hack into my accounts and delete my personal info is an invasion of privacy and it has been reported to the proper authorities
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omg, my day just got made...
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omg, my day just got made...
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good thing your next on the banned list, enjoy your stay buddy!
and if i find out it was you, trust me you will hear about it soon enough. better get that trusty ip/proxy blocker ready huh neb!
nebenezer said:
omg, my day just got made...
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I agree. I love it when people get pissed over the web. It is just funny.
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good thing your next on the banned list, enjoy your stay buddy!
and if i find out it was you, trust me you will hear about it soon enough. better get that trusty ip/proxy blocker ready huh neb!
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Oh? I'm getting banned?
Well whatever for?
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I agree. I love it when people get pissed over the web. It is just funny.
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well myself, my wife and the mods here don't find it funny at all when my private email is hacked and my info is compromised.
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good thing your next on the banned list, enjoy your stay buddy!
and if i find out it was you, trust me you will hear about it soon enough. better get that trusty ip/proxy blocker ready huh neb!
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lol idk if threats are allowed on here man, I think you should just ignore all this stupid stuff.
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well myself, my wife and the mods here don't find it funny at all when my private email is hacked and my info is compromised.
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karma's a *****.........
regaw_leinad said:
lol idk if threats are allowed on here man, I think you should just ignore all this stupid stuff.
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it's not a threat, it's the truth. hacking someone personal info for fun is against the law.
chfields said:
karma's a *****.........
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and so are most of you.
Hey guys!
Thanks for beta testing MyLifeIsAndroid.com
To show my appreciation I am giving away a new Nexus One. (No not mine )
Learn more here http://mylifeisandroid.com/profiles/blogs/mylifeisandroidcom-has
Andy
No offense, but why do you want so much private info, such as my full name, my birthday, etc? Make that stuff 100% optional.
Does this Nexus One have a front-mounted camera? Me wants!!!
pjcforpres said:
No offense, but why do you want so much private info, such as my full name, my birthday, etc? Make that stuff 100% optional.
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Hey I completely understand
Birthday is for my host to confirm you are old enough to use the site
Full Name- Doesn't really matter if you use your full name you could use a username.
It's not asking for so much private info such as your address or social security number
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Hey guys!
Thanks for beta testing MyLifeIsAndroid.com
To show my appreciation I am giving away a new Nexus One. (No not mine )
Learn more here http://mylifeisandroid.com/profiles/blogs/mylifeisandroidcom-has
Andy
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Check your PM!
peliROJO said:
Does this Nexus One have a front-mounted camera? Me wants!!!
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I get it.
10char
peliROJO said:
Does this Nexus One have a front-mounted camera? Me wants!!!
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Lol.. This is getting really F***ed up.. stop messing with him!
cant get past the sign up
It is in a loop. I signed up. it throws me to sign in page. When I hit submit it throws me to the sign up page. I cant use your site if I cant log in.
texasaggie1 said:
It is in a loop. I signed up. it throws me to sign in page. When I hit submit it throws me to the sign up page. I cant use your site if I cant log in.
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Thats weird! Whats your username for the site, let me see if your signed up
Twitter? No! I hate twitter, don't make me Twitter! Seriously, I want to enter, but I don't want a twitter account.
Marine6680 said:
Twitter? No! I hate twitter, don't make me Twitter! Seriously, I want to enter, but I don't want a twitter account.
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The contest is based of twitter :/
Oh well, I don't twitter or have a YouTube account.
fubaya said:
Oh well, I don't twitter or have a YouTube account.
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Oh well, I don't twitter or have a YouTube account.
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Thank you much will enter upon awakening... must sleep long drive.
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Just one small point - while registering, we are required to answer the question "Which company does Android belong to".. I entered "it's open source software", and I was told it's the wrong software. I was able to proceed when I entered "google".
I think you should allow the answers "open source" or at least "open handset alliance" rather than just "google". Just a nitpick, though
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Just one small point - while registering, we are required to answer the question "Which company does Android belong to".. I entered "it's open source software", and I was told it's the wrong software. I was able to proceed when I entered "google".
I think you should allow the answers "open source" or at least "open handset alliance" rather than just "google". Just a nitpick, though
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But... Google is the company that literally owns Android. They started the concept, and now are at Android 2.2 Froyo. The answer 'Google' is perfect. Open handset is just a group that companies have joined in creating the best user experience for smartphones, and that do that with the Android platform.
stuff said:
But... Google is the company that literally owns Android. They started the concept, and now are at Android 2.2 Froyo. The answer 'Google' is perfect. Open handset is just a group that companies have joined in creating the best user experience for smartphones, and that do that with the Android platform.
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Anyone have an idea for a less confusing question?
stuff said:
But... Google is the company that literally owns Android. They started the concept, and now are at Android 2.2 Froyo. The answer 'Google' is perfect. Open handset is just a group that companies have joined in creating the best user experience for smartphones, and that do that with the Android platform.
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Agreed that Google is a major and the most visible player in the Android arena. However, technically, since Android is an open source project, other companies can (and do?) submit code. Also, if someone refers to Wikipedia entry for Android, the company is listed as OHA. I'd suggest that the answer OHA be allowed, in addition to Google. Anyway, don't mean to hijack the thread -- it's a small issue!
kobecamp2009, if all you're trying to do is avoid automated signups, why not ask questions like other sites do -- "what is 2+2" and so on
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Agreed that Google is a major and the most visible player in the Android arena. However, technically, since Android is an open source project, other companies can (and do?) submit code. Also, if someone refers to Wikipedia entry for Android, the company is listed as OHA. I'd suggest that the answer OHA be allowed, in addition to Google. Anyway, don't mean to hijack the thread -- it's a small issue!
kobecamp2009, if all you're trying to do is avoid automated signups, why not ask questions like other sites do -- "what is 2+2" and so on
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Good idea I changed it
What's this site about? There's no information on what the site is or its purpose. Not enough info for me to want to sign up.
This is Android in general, but meh:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-1362676/Android-hit-rogue-app-viruses.html
XDA: 12 HELPFUL PEOPLE AND 1584641849682579451694.5 complaining, ignoramous pansies.
This is old news sir, but thanks anyway
If you're really worried, you can install an app called "Lookout" that became popular after this scare came about..its scans apps after being install and provides real-time protection against rouge apps....or you can just beware of the apps you install
Oh. Well, I feel retarded. Thanks!
joe3681 said:
Oh. Well, I feel retarded. Thanks!
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Don't feel retarded man, just letting you know....
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Don't feel retarded man, just letting you know....
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I appreciate it!
Didn't lookout originate from someone on xda? It works really well and quite quickly. It also has an option for backing up your data and a webapp so you can find it if your phone is lost or stolen
I see there are already several threads made on different dates on this, but a friend of mine had experienced problems and I researched it and found that it was this http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-20049004-245.html. Just thought I'd let you guys know, be careful. =D
As long you dont download pirated apps i think you will be fine.
More Disturbing Article to Read Posted Recently
Here's my advice:
1. - NEVER install an app outside the Android Market unless you know exactly what the app does, and only if it comes from a legit website.
2. - Take the time to learn the Basics of Android Permissions and what they do.
3. - If you are unsure why an app needs a permission, email the dev. If the guy's legit, he will email you back or make an update in the market description.
4. - If all else fails, read the comments posted about the app. If something seems strange to you, chances are that somebody else is thinking the same thing...
Phalanx7621 said:
I see there are already several threads made on different dates on this, but a friend of mine had experienced problems and I researched it and found that it was this http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-20049004-245.html. Just thought I'd let you guys know, be careful. =D
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Lol it'd be a fail if you had your phone on airplane mode
BravoMotorola said:
Lol it'd be a fail if you had your phone on airplane mode
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lolz i hadn't thought about that one haha
I wish cm7 is available now so we can set the permission to exactly how i want on each app.
Phalanx7621 said:
I see there are already several threads made on different dates on this, but a friend of mine had experienced problems and I researched it and found that it was this http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-20049004-245.html. Just thought I'd let you guys know, be careful. =D
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lmao thats such a great idea. haha. make an app. put it on the market. make another app. post it on the file-sharing sites. and let the pirates eat it for breakfast (not captain crunch). i applaud the dev of this app. this my friends is how pirates will be stopped.
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you can do this with LBE Privacy Guard
Alot of the devs who make these apps are pirates themselves!! Considering they steal other peoples artwork and claim it as their own.
What I'm referring to in particular are the many different multiples of the same damn live wallpapers all put out by at least 5 or 6 different devs!! Yeah I'm sure they all own the rights to those images! Sure! I don't even think these people properly thank the original artist let alone give them a cut!!
Also how about all these damn apps that install different boot animations on your phone. Do you really think they ask the creators if its ok if they use their boot animations?? Hell no!!
What about the fact that half these damn apps show up on the market for say 4.99 last for around a month then mysteriously disappear!! Gee, talk about thievery!!
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I wish cm7 is available now so we can set the permission to exactly how i want on each app.
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Check out "Permissions Denied"...
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I think we should all take a look at this.
As always, good job we have the outstanding Chainfire on our side
He has made an app for us to disable the exploit, cheers CF.
It is the second article down.
http://www.xda-developers.com/tag/all-android/
Get fixin lads... (and girls)
MJ-12
We already aware of the same its an old story already a post on this, but thanks anyways
samir_a said:
We already aware of the same its an old story already a post on this, but thanks anyways
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I didn't see it, and I couldn't know to search for such a thing.
Maybe this should be pinned???
MJ-12
MJ-12 said:
I didn't see it, and I couldn't know to search for such a thing.
Maybe this should be pinned???
MJ-12
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2051147
This is the thread
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MJ-12 said:
I didn't see it, and I couldn't know to search for such a thing.
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Anybody that reads a tech website knows about it. Samsung's already put out a press release acknowledging the problem. When it's fixed, I'm sure they'll know about it before we will and put out another press release. Nothing's going to hijack your device that you don't allow. Don't visit sketchy websites, download iffy apps with a low number of users, and don't accept certificates from website's you're not comfortable with. For the time being I'd disable "Unknown sources" in settings and enable "Certificates" in the browsers security settings. Samir pointed out earlier the naive could get in trouble accidentally. We here aren't naive.
May be i used the wrong word what i ment was an normal user who is a layman when it comes to tech and believe there are many on this site to who come for advice.
Will i still be able to update to the jellybean ota after this root method?
sent from my "Ur IPhone will never do this" Phone
BarryH_GEG said:
Anybody that reads a tech website knows about it. Samsung's already put out a press release acknowledging the problem. When it's fixed, I'm sure they'll know about it before we will and put out another press release. Nothing's going to hijack your device that you don't allow. Don't visit sketchy websites, download iffy apps with a low number of users, and don't accept certificates from website's you're not comfortable with. For the time being I'd disable "Unknown sources" in settings and enable "Certificates" in the browsers security settings. Samir pointed out earlier the naive could get in trouble accidentally. We here aren't naive.
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wtf are you rambling about....
The guy said that he hadn't seen a post in this section, so posted it...
We are not rambling if read the post carefully the replies have nothing to do with member posting the same topic again.
and the way i see it we are having a discussion not grumbling
samir_a said:
We are not rambling if read the post carefully the replies have nothing to do with member posting the same topic again.
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i didn't quote you, i quoted barryH.... maybe its a bad day, but i found the reply slightly condesending towards the op
the thread said:
MJ12 said:
I think we should all take a look at this.....
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We already aware of the same its an old story already a post on this, but thanks anyways
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I didn't see it, and I couldn't know to search for such a thing.
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BarryH said:
MJ12 said:
[highlight] I didn't see it, and I couldn't know to search for such a thing.[/highlight]
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Anybody that reads a tech website knows about it.....
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We already aware of the same its an old story already a post on this, but thanks anyways
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I just want to say - this is the most civil 'there's already a thread on this' post I've seen in quite a while. Kudos.