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Just thought some people not following their twitter might want to know:
@SamsungFirmware: BAD NEWS MAYBE WE HAVE TO CLOSE OUR WEBSITE! BECAUSE COPYRIGHT! We are checking it out.
This was posted an hour ago
UPDATE:
@SamsungFirmware: We missed a Disclaimer about our website.. We fix it all tonight and hope we keep running!
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Updates from their twitter:
@SamsungFirmware: Samsung wants my domain... Because of the name. samsung-firmware.com is already down they have the same problem.
@SamsungFirmware: We are busy with a new domain so site could be offline soon again YEAH
@SamFirmware: Site DOWN Why because we change it to www.SamFirmware.webs.com Later we go to www.SamFirmware.com
In the last post you can see they changed their twitter name
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ronandi said:
Just thought some people not following their twitter might want to know:
@SamsungFirmware: BAD NEWS MAYBE WE HAVE TO CLOSE OUR WEBSITE! BECAUSE COPYRIGHT! We are checking it out.
This was posted an hour ago
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this is bad news indeed!
Looks like they have to go... underground
Quick everyone, Start downloading and archiving it all before it is too late!
ronandi said:
Just thought some people not following their twitter might want to know:
@SamsungFirmware: BAD NEWS MAYBE WE HAVE TO CLOSE OUR WEBSITE! BECAUSE COPYRIGHT! We are checking it out.
This was posted an hour ago
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Not sure how its a copy writing issue, they aren't making any money off samsungs property (roms). They aren't editing them and releasing them as a samsung property....should be interesting.
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Clienterror said:
Not sure how its a copy writing issue, they aren't making any money off samsungs property (roms). They aren't editing them and releasing them as a samsung property....should be interesting.
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I've asked if they can provide any more details at this time. Will post if I find out more.
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You don't have to do anything wrong to get a letter from a company lawyer. If some exec gets a bug up his butt and sics his legal department on you, right and wrong have nothing to do with it.
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You don't have to do anything wrong to get a letter from a company lawyer. If some exec gets a bug up his butt and sics his legal department on you, right and wrong have nothing to do with it.
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That's true. But out of curiosity I've been looking up forms of copy write laws, and they all basically deal with either taking someone's work and putting your name on it exclusively, or selling it or both, or a combination of the two. Besides that the rest applies to copying music which is obviously considered illegal but that is still kind of a gray area. And of course copying games and programs.....but that's targeted towards paid games/apps. So as far as "Copy write infringement" by definition it holds no water. Then again if someone can sue NC Soft for making Linage II too addicting and actually successfully start a lawsuit anything could happen rofl.
I can see why they would get in copyright hot water over what they do. All the work that they host is technically property of Samsung and their partners after all. I would hate for them to be killed off, as their releases have helped us a lot. Samsung should think twice about this though, because I bet without the glimmer of hope shown by the GPS improvements in JH2, there would have been a lot more returns Samsung would be dealing with.
New update from their twitter:
@SamsungFirmware: We missed a Disclaimer about our website.. We fix it all tonight and hope we keep running!
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Well, either they've taken it down for updating, or it's down completely, either way I can't get to it right now.
From facebook:
Samsung-Firmware Webs SITE IS DOWN. WE HAVE TROUBLE WITH SAMSUNG. WE ARE WORKING ON NEW DOMAIN,
way to have your **** together... >.<
It figures, the day that I decide I'm going to update. Hope they can get it back up soon.
Updates from their twitter:
@SamsungFirmware: Samsung wants my domain... Because of the name. samsung-firmware.com is already down they have the same problem.
@SamsungFirmware: We are busy with a new domain so site could be offline soon again YEAH
@SamFirmware: Site DOWN Why because we change it to www.SamFirmware.webs.com Later we go to www.SamFirmware.com
In the last post you can see they changed their twitter name as well
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rajendra82 said:
I can see why they would get in copyright hot water over what they do. All the work that they host is technically property of Samsung and their partners after all. I would hate for them to be killed off, as their releases have helped us a lot. Samsung should think twice about this though, because I bet without the glimmer of hope shown by the GPS improvements in JH2, there would have been a lot more returns Samsung would be dealing with.
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So if they are getting in trouble due to basically posting roms from samsung and nothing else what do you call it when people modify their original code to make custom roms? Are they going to jail because not only are they posting samsung property their modifying without samsungs permission.
This is probably a trademark issue, since their domain included Samsung in its name. If it was a copyright issue, they couldn't just change the domain name and continue operating.
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Clienterror said:
So if they are getting in trouble due to basically posting roms from samsung and nothing else what do you call it when people modify their original code to make custom roms? Are they going to jail because not only are they posting samsung property their modifying without samsungs permission.
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Dont forget that what xda does is illegal too, but its been tolerated by the companies so far because of the positive effects xda has on the popularity of the smartphones from these companies.
I dont think that samsung has a problem with what these website does, but purely of the use of her brandname. For example: the first time i heard of samsung-firmwares i thought it was something official by samsung. After visiting xda i learned it was not.
So the reason is just that samsung doesnt want to be associated with this website, because of the experimental stuff. You will get lot of stupid people complaining to samsung about broken smartphones.
Nolan lawson's great pokedex app is being requested off of the android market by nintendo, lawson has agreed to do so and stop all work on his program
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A legal representative of The Pokémon Company has responded to me via email. He has confirmed that TPC would like Pokédroid, and all similar apps, to be removed from the Android Market. TPC’s stance is apparently that they don’t want any Pokémon-related apps at all for the Android platform. They feel that such apps infringe upon their copyrights and compete with the print versions of their strategy guides. I will make a proper post about this once I’ve gathered enough information.
Today I received an email from Google explaining that Pokédroid Donate was removed from the Android Market due to a DMCA takedown notice from The Pokémon Company (a subsidiary of Nintendo). The email begins:
This is a notification that the application, Pokédroid (Donate) with package ID com.nolanlawson.pokedex.donate has been removed from Android Market due to a violation of the Developer Content Policy. Please review the Content Policies and Business and Program Policies before you create or upload additional applications. Note that repeated violations may result in a suspension of your Android Market Publisher account.
http://nolanlawson.com/
http://www.appbrain.com/app/pokédroid-pokédex/com.nolanlawson.pokedex
Anybody using the app has known about the chance of this happening. I Want to thank Nolan Lawson for making me feel like a real pokemon trainer while having this amazing app
pokemon sucks.
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pokemon sucks.
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Haha lawlzz. I kinda like Pokemon. I mean who didnt at one point?
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If I were Google, I'd tell the guy, it's not because you violated policy, more because Nintendo didn't like it, be more modest.
I'm a Pokemon fan, and annoyed by Nintendo's attitude to this, they aren't going to make people suddenly rush out and buy an official strategy guide. People will just fire up their browsers and look at one of the millions of fan-made pages to get their information.
I would also like to thank the devs that made these apps, Nintendo should be hiring them and making an official Pokemon app, as it's clearly what people want rather than having to carry a large paperback book just to check what level a pokemon evolves at.
I just downloaded it and backed it up for the hell of it, maybe it can still be distributed that way.
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I just downloaded it and backed it up for the hell of it, maybe it can still be distributed that way.
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Would ask the dev first as it's technically piracy.
My phone is off for repair and I won't get it back until this has vanished, would like a copy of it to reinstall once my phone is back, but don't want to disrespect the dev by getting a dodgy copy.
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Would ask the dev first as it's technically piracy.
My phone is off for repair and I won't get it back until this has vanished, would like a copy of it to reinstall once my phone is back, but don't want to disrespect the dev by getting a dodgy copy.
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Wrong.
Its available on Slideme market for free.
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Post up the apk
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thats a shame, its fun app. i backed it up myself.
i wonder if nintendo will go after iphones pokedex app(s)
whos it hurting? i mean its not like nintendo has their own pokedex app in the market or something...oh well. in a way i guess he can feel complimented that his app got popular enough for nintendo to notice!
I prefer Chimpokomon myself.
Found the reason they were so pro-active in getting rid of the guides:
http://arstechnica.com/gaming/news/2011/06/nintendo-3ds-eshop-packs-solid-features-skimpy-lineup.ars
Official Pokemon guide on the 3DS store.
Call me paranoid but I recently gave a dev a bad review of his software from playstore which got me thinking that if he wanted to, since devs some times communicate with reviewer without having given them your email, he could create an update that would target my phone based on my email. Assuming my email is used on my phone.
Is it possible?
My understanding is that apps require your permissions to do anything that could be considered a safety hazard, like accessing your contact list or full internet access. Check what permissions have changed for the update before you install. Of course there is always the possibility of subversive code within any program.... I haven't heard of any problems like that yet.....
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i doubt this, but anything is possible I'm sure with enought effort and hackery.
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i doubt this, but anything is possible I'm sure with enought effort and hackery.
Sending you an email? I don't think that can bypass GMail's alerts and receive the apk in the background.
Although there are other ways of performing unethical activities.
Go see the app's data usage. If it's not an app that needs Internet so much than the data usage must be very low. But if the data usage goes very high and u donno how then that could be something fishy.
That can also be actual normal usage. You have to reason it right.
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Sending you an email? I don't think that can bypass GMail's alerts and receive the apk in the background.
Although there are other ways of performing unethical activities.
Go see the app's data usage. If it's not an app that needs Internet so much than the data usage must be very low. But if the data usage goes very high and u donno how then that could be something fishy.
That can also be actual normal usage. You have to reason it right.
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What I mean by "email" is I've written reviews in the past, I then get an email to my gmail account that is the same gmail id on my phone that I also use for playstore. The email from the dev I just addresses my review. This has happened more than once. So that tells me that when you review an app the dev some how gets your email.
So, I'm thinking I write a bad review, dev gets pissed, pissed enough to create an update to the software that targets any user that has a specified "email" on the device. The update says "bug fixes" but along with bug fixes he targets any device that has the target email.
I have no idea if this is possible but I don't see why not if he knows my email and can get the software on my phone with an update.
Again, I know it's a little paranoid, I'm just wondering if it's possible, theoretticly.
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What I mean by "email" is I've written reviews in the past, I then get an email to my gmail account that is the same gmail id on my phone that I also use for playstore. The email from the dev I just addresses my review. This has happened more than once. So that tells me that when you review an app the dev some how gets your email.
So, I'm thinking I write a bad review, dev gets pissed, pissed enough to create an update to the software that targets any user that has a specified "email" on the device. The update says "bug fixes" but along with bug fixes he targets any device that has the target email.
I have no idea if this is possible but I don't see why not if he knows my email and can get the software on my phone with an update.
Again, I know it's a little paranoid, I'm just wondering if it's possible, theoretticly.
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I really doubt this would happen, Developers cant get your email from leaving a review, at least not from the developer panel.. there are many times I would have loved to email and help people that just cant be bothered to email me for support so leave a 1 star rating.
If the app was paid for then they could get your email through google checkout by looking for your transaction.
<rant>As a developer I hate not being able to reply to ratings and reviews, nearly all the 1 star and 2 star reviews of my apps are stupid things that are easy to fix but the reviewer is far to lazy to ask for help. And alot seem to think you can reply to reviews, I get alot that say they need help but not leave any way to contact them </rant>
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I really doubt this would happen, Developers cant get your email from leaving a review, at least not from the developer panel.. there are many times I would have loved to email and help people that just cant be bothered to email me for support so leave a 1 star rating.
If the app was paid for then they could get your email through google checkout by looking for your transaction.
<rant>As a developer I hate not being able to reply to ratings and reviews, nearly all the 1 star and 2 star reviews of my apps are stupid things that are easy to fix but the reviewer is far to lazy to ask for help. And alot seem to think you can reply to reviews, I get alot that say they need help but not leave any way to contact them </rant>
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Well I can assure I've been contacted after posting a review. Also recently the devs have post responses to reviews that appear right below the review. Also they are purchased apps most of the time.
You do bring up a good point. Its not entirely fair to post a review without contact the dev first. In my case it was an issue about the hidden costs once you buy an app.
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Well I can assure I've been contacted after posting a review. Also recently the devs have post responses to reviews that appear right below the review. Also they are purchased apps most of the time.
You do bring up a good point. Its not entirely fair to post a review without contact the dev first. In my case it was an issue about the hidden costs once you buy an app.
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Yes they are rolling out the ability to directly reply but its only for the 'top' devs at the moment.
If they are paid its likely they found your transaction and contacted you.
Yes i think more people need to stop and email the dev (we infact offer every level of support going. Live chat/forum/email and yrt it still happens) often the issue is fixable and a mistake by the dev.
However that of cause isnt always the case
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Just write another review telling him to **** off
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The main question is, if you gave him a bad enough review that will make him want to revenge, why do you still have his app on your device ?
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The main question is, if you gave him a bad enough review that will make him want to revenge, why do you still have his app on your device ?
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I think the main question is in fact what I asked, is it possible for a dev to write code that can target a phone that uses a specific email and does nothing to any other phone. Common sense tells me it would be possible, zero coding sense tells me to ask, I just wanted to hear from someone with more knowledge than me if it can be done.
I don't actually "know" that he would do anything and maybe he would just blow it off as he received several similar reviews to mine. Again, it got me thinking as to whether it could be done. That's all.
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I think the main question is in fact what I asked, is it possible for a dev to write code that can target a phone that uses a specific email and does nothing to any other phone. Common sense tells me it would be possible, zero coding sense tells me to ask, I just wanted to hear from someone with more knowledge than me if it can be done.
I don't actually "know" that he would do anything and maybe he would just blow it off as he received several similar reviews to mine. Again, it got me thinking as to whether it could be done. That's all.
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Can it be done? Yes. Is it easy, practical or ethical? Not in the least. It would rely on many factors that I will not get into. But it can be done. I wouldn't worry to much about a developer doing it. They would lose too much if it was found. Developers get bad reviews all the time.
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OK guys I'm new here (kinda) , I searched the forum, read etc and haven't come across any of the above mentioned issue.
Now my reason for not naming the above game is because I do not want other users to go doing anything they shouldn't.
I'm not sure if this is really really serious or its just a feature I didn't read in the App (xposed/xprivacy). Anyways I'll get to the point!
I recently found out I can access another users account (on a popular game) when xposed is installed and activated.
I tried it two times and it actually works (I didn't do anything to the account but I was curious).
Now my question is, could this be a bug in the game or something? M thinking this could be a real big issue if gotten in the wrong hands.
I will report it to the devs of the game but I want to know first etc.
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Best thing to do is follow industry standard and practice responsible disclosure. Generally a secure, private message notifying your discovery to the developers that have made the potential mistake is the first step to take.
If they don't respond kindly and promptly explaining how they're working to resolve the issue, then it would be best to inform them that you're going to be responsible in informing the app's distributors (play store?) to have them figure out if it's a serious problem enough to disable distribution until the bug is fixed.
If after that you've still not seen any honest progress in mitigating the vulnerability, call the press, those vultures love rotting flesh for the front page.
What is Responsible Disclosure? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2338337
Thanks dude! Will do as u suggested, however I posted in their forum asking them to contact me as I'm on my phone n isn't close to a pc n it's really hard to navigate their website on the phone.
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Understandable. If you can, see if their team has a direct contact anywhere I their site when you have a desktop to work with. play store usually has a contact link for app Developers too. I'd like to think most software teams are at least responsible enough for reputations sake and will give their due diligence depending on severity, but I've not a clue. Someone brings me a tip like this and I'd be all ears, but some of the projects I work with deal with a bit more sensitive data (unless this app you're talking about had in app billing, which would make this much more serious. Legal implications for improper handling of consumer financial data can be quite serious unless you're on wall street.)
Well, it DOES have in-app purchase! I went ahead and checked out again, I realise it can (continually) access only one set account based on Xprivacy 's "global fake account", settings, when I go manual and change uses random settings, it does not access that said account, from further test I realise accessing another players account has to do with the email address, because when I unchecked the other features it does not work (it takes me to a new game instead) I'm not sure how the devs of Xprivacy provide or Crete the "global fake account" but it has something to do with accessing the app, if someone is really determine n decide to modify/rewrite Xprivacy I believe it can be used to access anyone's account based on If u know who actually plays that game, easiest way is to just go on play store see who comment and find some way to get their email address!
Edit: I also emailed them with pictures of the users account and how I accessed it, I didn't mentioned Xprivacy as I was uncertain if I should. Do u think I should?
Btw I still don't get any reply and that was from about 12 hours ago.
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Well, it DOES have in-app purchase! I went ahead and checked out again, I realise it can (continually) access only one set account based on Xprivacy 's "global fake account", settings, when I go manual and change uses random settings, it does not access that said account, from further test I realise accessing another players account has to do with the email address, because when I unchecked the other features it does not work (it takes me to a new game instead) I'm not sure how the devs of Xprivacy provide or Crete the "global fake account" but it has something to do with accessing the app, if someone is really determine n decide to modify/rewrite Xprivacy I believe it can be used to access anyone's account based on If u know who actually plays that game, easiest way is to just go on play store see who comment and find some way to get their email address!
Edit: I also emailed them with pictures of the users account and how I accessed it, I didn't mentioned Xprivacy as I was uncertain if I should. Do u think I should?
Btw I still don't get any reply and that was from about 12 hours ago.
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Awesome it's great to see that there is always someone to test those boundaries, as its people like myself that always take it for granted that, when someone says a game is safe we take it as "Gospel" so to speak, that it actually is.I found this thread a genuinely interesting read and I learned that not everything is as plain as the nose on my face...thanks guys!
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Well, it DOES have in-app purchase! I went ahead and checked out again, I realise it can (continually) access only one set account based on Xprivacy 's "global fake account", settings, when I go manual and change uses random settings, it does not access that said account, from further test I realise accessing another players account has to do with the email address, because when I unchecked the other features it does not work (it takes me to a new game instead) I'm not sure how the devs of Xprivacy provide or Crete the "global fake account" but it has something to do with accessing the app, if someone is really determine n decide to modify/rewrite Xprivacy I believe it can be used to access anyone's account based on If u know who actually plays that game, easiest way is to just go on play store see who comment and find some way to get their email address!
Edit: I also emailed them with pictures of the users account and how I accessed it, I didn't mentioned Xprivacy as I was uncertain if I should. Do u think I should?
Btw I still don't get any reply and that was from about 12 hours ago.
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Xprivacy forces your 'phone' to report bunk settings, which xPrivacy also allows you to manually set. So if this is a vulnerability in this particular app, where the app developers are relying on what they previously thought was solid and unmanipulable data from the users' phone.... then there's certainly potential for abuse, and potential for this vulnerability to be fairly widespread. It seems like an honest mistake on the part of the game developers because most situations the data that xprivacy is allowing manipulation to is in most cases static and unique per phone/user. You very well may have opened up pandora's box... Authentication to an app with purchasing power shouldn't rely solely on supposedly static strings within the android system...
Well either they don't take it seriously or they don't reach to my mail as yet cuz nobody replied to my email or my forum post, I'm thinking it's cuz I leave out the app I used to get the access, I dunno what else to do so imo just leave it... Or maybe email them one more time...
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Thanks flower! Always willing to help out! I do enjoy bug testing! Lol its my fave pass time!
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Thanks dude! Will do as u suggested, however I posted in their forum asking them to contact me as I'm on my phone n isn't close to a pc n it's really hard to navigate their website on the phone.
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You are possibly violating CFAA (a felony) but continuing to access data on their servers. I would stop accessing their sevices/using the app, and alert them. If you have issues contacting them, I can act as an intermediary, most companies will respond to me.
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You are possibly violating CFAA (a felony) but continuing to access data on their servers. I would stop accessing their sevices/using the app, and alert them. If you have issues contacting them, I can act as an intermediary, most companies will respond to me.
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They contact me on their forum, and what would they charge me for? I didn't do it deliberately. And I wouldn't give u any information cuz I don't know u anyways.
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They contact me on their forum, and what would they charge me for? I didn't give u any information didn't do it deliberately. And I would cuz I don't know u anyways.
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I recently found out I can access another users account (on a popular game) when xposed is installed and activated.
I tried it two times and it actually works (I didn't do anything to the account but I was curious).
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intentionally accesses a computer without authorization or exceeds authorized access, and thereby obtains information from any protected computer
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Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_Fraud_and_Abuse_Act
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Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_Fraud_and_Abuse_Act
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Thank u for your info mate but if you realise I POSTED ABOUT IT OUT OF CONCERN! I tested to see if it was INDEED what I suspected! If ur a Dev (I'm not but I know because I do alot of beta testing) I'm sure u would no ALOT of people report false positive.
And HOW would I be able to explain in details as to how I was able to access it if it was done my mistake in the first place? That's what ur normally asked to do isn't it? Hmmmm
So me checking to make sure it wasn't isn't any violation as u call it. I'm not abusing anything...
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Thank u for your info mate but if you realise I POSTED ABOUT IT OUT OF CONCERN! I tested to see if it was INDEED what I suspected! If ur a Dev (I'm not but I know because I do alot of beta testing) I'm sure u would no ALOT of people report false positive.
And HOW would I be able to explain in details as to how I was able to access it if it was done my mistake in the first place? That's what ur normally asked to do isn't it? Hmmmm
So me checking to make sure it wasn't isn't any violation as u call it. I'm not abusing anything...
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Yes I am a developer, working in the mobile security field (hence being a moderator of this forum). Yes, it was a violation of CFAA. If the company wants to be an vindictive, they certainly could get you charged for it (unlikely). Your post was (and is) fully welcome here, and exactly what we want to see. You possibly stepped too far the first time you accessed it, you certainly stepped too far the second time. If you do this or not, I personally don't care, I was merely offering you (accurate) advice.
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I use freedom often for in app purchaces but iam afraid ill be ever caught by google? It might ban me from using Play Store on my phone?
Mods: I searched the forum couldnt get any proper answer. Please move my thread to proper discussion if its not already.
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Well, could you explain what freedom actually is? If it's something that mimics real world money then you could be in big trouble. But something like downloading paid APKS doesn't really matter. Of course, you always pay the money if you can
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thahim said:
I use freedom often for in app purchaces but iam afraid ill be ever caught by google? It might ban me from using Play Store on my phone?
Mods: I searched the forum couldnt get any proper answer. Please move my thread to proper discussion if its not already.
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Look I've been using Freedom for about an year now. great app and it caused me no problems. There certainly is nothing to be afraid about.
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Well, could you explain what freedom actually is? If it's something that mimics real world money then you could be in big trouble. But something like downloading paid APKS doesn't really matter. Of course, you always pay the money if you can
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Yes it lets me purchase coins etc in app with is bought through real money.
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Well, could you explain what freedom actually is? If it's something that mimics real world money then you could be in big trouble. But something like downloading paid APKS doesn't really matter. Of course, you always pay the money if you can
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Thanks alot you have reduced my tension. Iam addicted to freedom and cant quit.
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thahim said:
Thanks alot you have reduced my tension. Iam addicted to freedom and cant quit.
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thahim said:
Yes it lets me purchase coins etc in app with is bought through real money.
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Simar2222 said:
Look I've been using Freedom for about an year now. great app and it caused me no problems. There certainly is nothing to be afraid about.
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TheUnknownThing said:
Well, could you explain what freedom actually is? If it's something that mimics real world money then you could be in big trouble. But something like downloading paid APKS doesn't really matter. Of course, you always pay the money if you can
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thahim said:
I use freedom often for in app purchaces but iam afraid ill be ever caught by google? It might ban me from using Play Store on my phone?
Mods: I searched the forum couldnt get any proper answer. Please move my thread to proper discussion if its not already.
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Freedom is illegal.
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Freedom is illegal.
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Agreed. If you have the money for it, then buy it.. Don't cheat
We all know its illegal, thats why I asked this question.
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Bhaahahahha I just can't... Let me explain if the in app purchase "costs" and you use a tool or app to obtain this paid feature or content for "free".
That indeed is theft. Such a pointless thread, and such a pointless question. I hope you can reflect on your thoughts that devs put allot of time to publish their work and you guys take advantage of this.
Imagine someone came to your house, forged your car key and drove off. You run to them and go. What are you doing. The person stealing your car can say "I love doing this, I do it all the time, I just can't quit". That would suck wouldn't it.
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krishneelg3 said:
Bhaahahahha I just can't... Let me explain if the in app purchase "costs" and you use a tool or app to obtain this paid feature or content for "free".
That indeed is theft. Such a pointless thread, and such a pointless question. I hope you can reflect on your thoughts that devs put allot of time to publish their work and you guys take advantage of this.
Imagine someone came to your house, forged your car key and drove off. You run to them and go. What are you doing. The person stealing your car can say "I love doing this, I do it all the time, I just can't quit". That would suck wouldn't it.
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My question isn't about illegal or not I'm asking can it ever be caught and what will be the penality?
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You are a bad and evil person for even asking such questions. Jk jk.
I'm against stealing apps....but I may be even more against developers that try to milk their clientele for as much money as possible via in-app purchases. Charge a fair flat rate for a game and get rid of the annoying advertisements bugging people to make in-app purchases. Personally, I will never pay for any sort of in-app purchase but have no problem paying a few bucks for a quality app that doesn't have ads and doesn't prevent you from using the app properly if you don't continuously make in-app purchases.
That's my two cents.
What the hell man. No. There is no penalty... It is against the privacy act to find out where people live from Ip addresses. So there will be no real life penalty. But btw, I've seen my friend use it (he stopped). Btw u get insta-banned from play store until u turn it off. If Google catches u UR google account will be terminated/disabled. Still you should stop
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You are a bad and evil person for even asking such questions. Jk jk.
I'm against stealing apps....but I may be even more against developers that try to milk their clientele for as much money as possible via in-app purchases. Charge a fair flat rate for a game and get rid of the annoying advertisements bugging people to make in-app purchases. Personally, I will never pay for any sort of in-app purchase but have no problem paying a few bucks for a quality app that doesn't have ads and doesn't prevent you from using the app properly if you don't continuously make in-app purchases.
That's my two cents.
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I'm sorry if I hurt you or anybody else with this thread.
i've got that problem too.. i try to use another account but no connection
try to stop freedom before you uninstall freedom app..
" The issue arises when you Uninstall Freedom without "Stopping The Service". As soon provide Root Privileges to Freedom It creates "Google Play Odex" File which is Modded by Freedom (The proper way to uninstall is to Stop Freedom Service by its App and then Uninstall It). Now when you happen to uninstall freedom without Stopping The Service, It does not remove the Modded Odex File and causes multiple google play issues to fix these issue what you need is. "
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i've got that problem too.. i try to use another account but no connection
try to stop freedom before you uninstall freedom app..
" The issue arises when you Uninstall Freedom without "Stopping The Service". As soon provide Root Privileges to Freedom It creates "Google Play Odex" File which is Modded by Freedom (The proper way to uninstall is to Stop Freedom Service by its App and then Uninstall It). Now when you happen to uninstall freedom without Stopping The Service, It does not remove the Modded Odex File and causes multiple google play issues to fix these issue what you need is. "
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People who participate in such activities deserve to have concequnces.
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This discussion is about a software which let's you obtains content which "costs" for "free". I believe this shouldn't be discussed on XDA.
thahim said:
I use freedom often for in app purchaces but iam afraid ill be ever caught by google? It might ban me from using Play Store on my phone?
Mods: I searched the forum couldnt get any proper answer. Please move my thread to proper discussion if its not already.
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you can use freedom.. that's fine.. you won't get cought
but some apps have better security features that verifies payment and freedom can't be run with them.. like whatsapp...
i think as long as you use it with games, it's no harm.. like who spends money on games
sorry i know this advice might be hurting to developers and some other fellow members but that is what i feel.... i am reay to buy a app but not a game
free in app apps
Freedom app doesn't work with online games so if you use it your safe because your not making a lose to any company it just like removes ads it doesn't ha cm their servers or anything
hi
u can use it for games only..
not for quality app that actuallyusefull for phone and devloper had spent some quality time on it...
devloper shld get their reward...
Freedom isnt available for your device
[Q] I have Sony Xperia L With Custom Rom Cyanogenmod 12 Andoid L 5.0 Rooted but if i touch the icon of freedom it's sends me this Text Freedom Isnt Available for You'r Device. What Can i do to fix that ?