Hello.
My brother was given a tablet from his school. It comes with restrictions, so i'm trying to bypass them.
The main problem is about websites. I was able to root the tablet and delete the apks which were installed by the school but still there are some websites I cannot connect. Twitter, facebook, youtube etc. are blocked. I've checked the "20-dns.conf" file but there are no signs of restrictions there.
Any thoughts on from which file these website restrictions come from? It is in the system obviously, but it seems like i am not able to find it. I'd be grateful if you could help me.
Thanks.
Denerod said:
Hello.
My brother was given a tablet from his school. It comes with restrictions, so i'm trying to bypass them.
The main problem is about websites. I was able to root the tablet and delete the apks which were installed by the school but still there are some websites I cannot connect. Twitter, facebook, youtube etc. are blocked. I've checked the "20-dns.conf" file but there are no signs of restrictions there.
Any thoughts on from which file these website restrictions come from? It is in the system obviously, but it seems like i am not able to find it. I'd be grateful if you could help me.
Thanks.
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Since you have rooted it.. and I guess you also have a Custom recovery, Try to flash a New rom if available.
There is no custom recovery or rom for the tablet unfortunately.
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Are you sure your tablet block the site? Or your country?
Have you try app at play store, just search with tag"vpn unlimited", for example"surfeasy vpn for android" ...
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I am sure it is the tablet. There is no block on my Android phone or on my pc. I am familiar with vpn apps but i don't want to use them since they really decrease your internet speed.
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A friend of mine wants to buy a Desire S. He won't have 3G in his subscription for the mobile phone. In other words: the phone could only have an internet-connection by using WiFi.
Unfortunately, he doesn't have a WiFi access point in his house, because his father can not stand the radiation. All the internet-connections in his house are wired, and none of the neighbours have an unsecured WiFi access point.
So, this would mean he can't use the market, because the phone can't be connected to internet at his house. Ofcourse, he could download apps at school or at one of his friend's houses, but this is a bit unpractical.
In other words; I am looking for a certain app on the PC or a website, which can browse through the Market, and download the APKs, so he can install them manually (only the free ones ofcourse).
I already checked AndroLib and Cyrket, but none of them provides a downloadlink, only a QR-code.
Is there any alternative, or is the only way of downloading apps at his house searching APKs manually by using Google?
Thanks in advance.
That's a tough one. You can browse the market from any browser. You just need to go to https://market.android.com/.
However, when you "purchase" an app, it will only send via cellular, not internet.
I wish you luck on this.
Well, you could do that on Nokia phones by accessing the 'ovi' site and using some parameters to make the site "think" you were accessing using a mobile phone. In Android Market I don't think you can do that... But there's a way to get the programs needed: with YOUR help !!!
If you have an Android phone, you can download the apps he needs and then backup them using Titanium Backup or App Backup and Reinstall. The 'apk' files will be saved in a directory and you can send them to your friend by bluetooth, or put then on a usb pen...
But... let me tell you this: the Android phone relies SO MUCH in internet data that not having wifi nor 3g subscription is almost a crime, specially having a Desire S !!!
Thanks for the help guys!
Guess I'll have to help him whenever he wants new apps, but that isn't a big deal.
At least there is another one who switched to Android
just google the file and youll get the app.
I have have 2 Note 5s, I rooted both of them, but mine for some odd reason will not load certain sites after the root. I can connect to wifi and load the sites, but not on my data. My husbands was also rooted the same way and can get the the sites I can't load no problem. I haven't been able to find a solution, so any help would be awesome!
You might want to try just using a vpn app. I like to use Hola vpn when sites or apps have trouble connecting to the internet.
According to facebook report over my mail, someone has entered in to my fb via Xperia XA, Saratoga, CALIFORNIA, US. I am at Europe.
Most likely i was blocked because my phone Ip have changed somehow.Now i cant enter in to my account with msnger and facebook (only from browser) app on my phone. Think the security system is blocking my phone.
Ps: i had to swap Wifi with 4g in order to get access.
Did you use any vpn to access Fb?
Think not, just standart office Wifi connection. And i just check , my office location (according to my laptop is Europe), but according to my phone 4g i am at California ,Saratoga. So whats going on ?
Its something from the phone system, i changed the firmware few days ago, and the phone is encrypted now, so maybe its forcing the apps to connect via VPN network, or who knows...
really ?? my phones comes with greek firmware and now I use south Africa firmware !! is there any problem ?
Have you some apps from unofficial markets like Aptoide? Have you some apps downloaded from file-sharing links or P2P? If yes, don't search away, you probably have a malicious app.
If you are rooted, use a permission manager app, Xprivacy is good for that and allow blocking strange permissions (Facebook, Google accounts, contacts, device ident, ... for an app who don't need them).
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Have you some apps from unofficial markets like Aptoide? Have you some apps downloaded from file-sharing links or P2P? If yes, don't search away, you probably have a malicious app.
If you are rooted, use a permission manager app, Xprivacy is good for that and allow blocking strange permissions (Facebook, Google accounts, contacts, device ident, ... for an app who don't need them).
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Might have some. How to detect which one is virus ?
hp6830s said:
Might have some. How to detect which one is virus ?
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1) Try to re-download apps from trusted sources.
2) Try AVG app integrated in the device to scan it.
3) Use Xprivacy and block unnecessary permissions on suspicious apps, make some test (block/unblock) to understand what mean each permissions. For sample, a game generally don't need root, phone contacts or SMS and needs sensors, storage and Internet.
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3) Use Xprivacy and block unnecessary permissions on suspicious apps, make some test (block/unblock) to understand what mean each permissions. For sample, a game generally don't need root, phone contacts or SMS and needs sensors, storage and Internet.
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nICE,will try that ,got some apps which are not suitable for my device. Think they might be suspicious.
So Xprivacy installs xFrame too ?
hp6830s said:
nICE,will try that ,got some apps which are not suitable for my device. Think they might be suspicious.
So Xprivacy installs xFrame too ?
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Not suitable ?? Big targets to be suspicious are warez/cracked apps.
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Not suitable ?? Big targets to be suspicious are warez/cracked apps.
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One reason I'll never use apps like that in the first place. Just asking for trouble.
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aidy.lucas said:
One reason I'll never use apps like that in the first place. Just asking for trouble.
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if you know what the app is its ok I think !
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Not suitable ?? Big targets to be suspicious are warez/cracked apps.
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yea few which i was trying to connect a DSLR and use the phone for shutter remote.
It looks like i have already removed the antivirus app.
Hi, I have an app which looks like the developer has removed their servers so it always fails the "internet connection" check.
Its IONROAD. A AR driving app.
I paid for the PRO version so its all good. I use an older version not the latest as I hate the latest version.
99% of the app is using the GPS or the camera. It does check the internet for the weather and a few little things.
I've tried it at home while connected to wireless, in the car while connected to Mobile Data, I've uninstalled, reinstalled and updated and all versions fail the internet checks. To me it looks like they closed their servers so the app refuses to work without the internet so it will never work again.
What I want to do is remove that internet check so it will keep working without the need for their servers. If it never connects to the internet it doesn't bother me. I dont care for the current weather in a AR driving app, I care for how close the car in front of me is or if i'm drifting out of the lane I'm in. Absolutely nothing to do with the internet so how do I remove that check?
I have the APK, trying to get it into the Android SDK and not sure how? Even if I do get it there what do I remove?
All I want is that internet check removed. As I said I paid for the app so the licence check always passes as I paid for it.
The dev has abandoned the app, they refuse to reply or update. As they closed their servers I'm guessing they totally abandoned the app.
Any help what to remove and how to remove it? Is it an easy unzip, edit a file then zip and reinstall? Or is it a complete import into SDK, rebuild, test, etc and make a whole new app?
I'm not sure what or how to edit it.
Thanks
BTW, Here is the free version. I have the paid version but I'm guessing its the same.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.picitup.iOnRoad
Here is their website, you can see half the site is down. You cant log in, and every page has a cache/database error.
http://ionroad.com
Nobody knows?
I've tried a few times and cant do it. I've tried out the SDK and a few other apps and cant remove that damn internet check. I thought I removed what was needed but its still not working.
NakedFaerie said:
Hi, I have an app which looks like the developer has removed their servers so it always fails the "internet connection" check.
Its IONROAD. A AR driving app.
I paid for the PRO version so its all good. I use an older version not the latest as I hate the latest version.
99% of the app is using the GPS or the camera. It does check the internet for the weather and a few little things.
I've tried it at home while connected to wireless, in the car while connected to Mobile Data, I've uninstalled, reinstalled and updated and all versions fail the internet checks. To me it looks like they closed their servers so the app refuses to work without the internet so it will never work again.
What I want to do is remove that internet check so it will keep working without the need for their servers. If it never connects to the internet it doesn't bother me. I dont care for the current weather in a AR driving app, I care for how close the car in front of me is or if i'm drifting out of the lane I'm in. Absolutely nothing to do with the internet so how do I remove that check?
I have the APK, trying to get it into the Android SDK and not sure how? Even if I do get it there what do I remove?
All I want is that internet check removed. As I said I paid for the app so the licence check always passes as I paid for it.
The dev has abandoned the app, they refuse to reply or update. As they closed their servers I'm guessing they totally abandoned the app.
Any help what to remove and how to remove it? Is it an easy unzip, edit a file then zip and reinstall? Or is it a complete import into SDK, rebuild, test, etc and make a whole new app?
I'm not sure what or how to edit it.
Thanks
BTW, Here is the free version. I have the paid version but I'm guessing its the same.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.picitup.iOnRoad
Here is their website, you can see half the site is down. You cant log in, and every page has a cache/database error.
http://ionroad.com
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Greetings and welcome to assist. Unfortunately assist is for guiding new members around the boards only, you really need to ask your question here
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/help
it should be relatively easy to fix though by decompiling and editing the manifest
Thanks for understanding
Sawdoctor
Hi guys, I believe my galaxy tab s4 is contaminated with a virus . I already did many factorys resets and didnt installed no apps but from time to time , even when Im at the home screen with Avast only or with the antivirus that comes with the tablet activated, google play store opens without my request showing a program called IQ Option broker. What should I do?
malandrex said:
Hi guys, I believe my galaxy tab s4 is contaminated with a virus . I already did many factorys resets and didnt installed no apps but from time to time , even when Im at the home screen with Avast only or with the antivirus that comes with the tablet activated, google play store opens without my request showing a program called IQ Option broker. What should I do?
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Could be a fake Play store app reinstalling itself somehow eg from SD card. Is your antivirus scanning your external storage also? Check if you have more than one play store app shown in settings>apps (not your normal apps screen as they can be hidden there). Or it could be an overlay made to look like Playstore screen ... you did get official Avast app right?
else something has installed itself in system folder which is why factory reset not working and you will need to reinstall your FULL Samsung factory ROM suggest you use Samsung SmartSwitch like RootJunky here (use high quality cable eg samsung usb cable, else danger of bricking)
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9QhJngOuLQ4
malandrex said:
Hi guys, I believe my galaxy tab s4 is contaminated with a virus . I already did many factorys resets and didnt installed no apps but from time to time , even when Im at the home screen with Avast only or with the antivirus that comes with the tablet activated, google play store opens without my request showing a program called IQ Option broker. What should I do?
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Download Odin 3.xx (current version)
Browse SamMobile for firmware for your device, download factory ROM. Pay close attention to the region code for your ROM, CSC code. Use one compatible with your device and regional settings. It can be found on the IMEI sticker on the back of the device
Follow the flashing instructions to the letter that you will find on SamMobile website.
Once completed the device is fully refreshed and has latest available software at the time of the build. Do device setup and download app updates.
Enjoy.
Many thanks for both replies , but I have a few more questions:
a) Does this virus have the power to attack my router? If so, what should I inspect at my router? Should I use my brother´s ios iphone as a router while cleaning my device?
b) If I attach the tablet at my PC to perform the firmwire installation, could the virus be transmitted to it? What should I do to avoid it?
c) Where can I safely download this ODIN?
And answering some questions you made:
a) The avast app was downloaded from the store
b) Ive already tried disconnecting the sd card, perform a factory reset without the card but the problem persists.
c) I logged at my google account and when looking at my registered activity, Google claims I did opened the Google Play Store and searched for the IQ Option Broker app. So the virus acts as if it was me.
malandrex said:
Many thanks for both replies , but I have a few more questions:
a) Does this virus have the power to attack my router? If so, what should I inspect at my router? Should I use my brother´s ios iphone as a router while cleaning my device?
b) If I attach the tablet at my PC to perform the firmwire installation, could the virus be transmitted to it? What should I do to avoid it?
c) Where can I safely download this ODIN?
And answering some questions you made:
a) The avast app was downloaded from the store
b) Ive already tried disconnecting the sd card, perform a factory reset without the card but the problem persists.
c) I logged at my google account and when looking at my registered activity, Google claims I did opened the Google Play Store and searched for the IQ Option Broker app. So the virus acts as if it was me.
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b) Possibly access is possible via your modem (or Bluetooth as serious bug was just patched this month if an attacker knows your BT MAC ... though likely take a while to rollout to all Samsung so you moray not be patched). If you suspect modem then you need to therefore also update your modem firmware (assuming its been patched & is not old & still vulnerable to some old bug, or buy new one) AND change both user & admin passwords
There is an XDA article with link to safe Odin download, google to find. But I'd recommend using Samsung SmartSwitch as this is official way & no special knowledge required.
Re item c) then possible it's just someone trying to load an app remotely via your Google account, does it show any unrecognised login from another device? Also I'm not 100% sure if this requires user to tap install on newer phones, so might not be what you are seeing. Change Google password. (your phone not infected in this case as you didn't click install) Always use a different password)(used same password then check your email address on have I been pwnd)
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b) Possibly access is possible via your modem (or Bluetooth as serious bug was just patched this month if an attacker knows your BT MAC ... though likely take a while to rollout to all Samsung so you moray not be patched). If you suspect modem then you need to therefore also update your modem firmware (assuming its been patched & is not old & still vulnerable to some old bug, or buy new one) AND change both user & admin passwords
There is an XDA article with link to safe Odin download, google to find. But I'd recommend using Samsung SmartSwitch as this is official way & no special knowledge required.
Re item c) then possible it's just someone trying to load an app remotely via your Google account, does it show any unrecognised login from another device? Also I'm not 100% sure if this requires user to tap install on newer phones, so might not be what you are seeing. Change Google password. (your phone not infected in this case as you didn't click install) Always use a different password)(used same password then check your email address on have I been pwnd)
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b) I have 2 modens here, one from the internet provider , which is at bridge mode and one that spreads the signal. THe last one is modern and updated and the bridged one , there is no way I can acesss the firmwire besides its info. However , when I had to put it at bridge mode, I had to use an ethernet cable with a computer which maybe wasnt the most protected one. Could that process corrupts a firmwire modem?
c) But I have 2 stage factor. Shouldnt my phone receive an SMS alerting someone is logging at my account? And no, I havent seen any unrecognized login when I accessed my google account.
But your reply gave me an idea...: Maybe an access to my google account was made from a "public" computer and since the access wasnt terminated, as I use this computer a lot, a bot may be trying to remotely install this app.
malandrex said:
b) I have 2 modens here, one from the internet provider , which is at bridge mode and one that spreads the signal. THe last one is modern and updated and the bridged one , there is no way I can acesss the firmwire besides its info. However , when I had to put it at bridge mode, I had to use an ethernet cable with a computer which maybe wasnt the most protected one. Could that process corrupts a firmwire modem?
c) But I have 2 stage factor. Shouldnt my phone receive an SMS alerting someone is logging at my account? And no, I havent seen any unrecognized login when I accessed my google account.
But your reply gave me an idea...: Maybe an access to my google account was made from a "public" computer and since the access wasnt terminated, as I use this computer a lot, a bot may be trying to remotely install this app.
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b) would need to be a modem exposed hero their internet with known vulnerability, so not sure.
C) yes, should have got a msg so can role that out, I guess.
Suppose it' possible that public pc could be comprised and doing that ... bit of a long shot ...
IronRoo said:
b) would need to be a modem exposed hero their internet with known vulnerability, so not sure.
C) yes, should have got a msg so can role that out, I guess.
Suppose it' possible that public pc could be comprised and doing that ... bit of a long shot ...
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I think I found the culprit , when I reviewd the few apps Ive installed on my tablet and googled them . There is Netflix, Omega Wars game, PUBG and COD Mobile, handycalc, Go Read, Hube and... QuickPic gallery!!!!!!!!! I used this app on my ancient galaxy S2 and at my other 2 previous tablets. When I looked for the program at Google Play one hour ago ,QuickPic wasnt available anymore!!!! I googled about it and saw many people complaining about this program when a chinese company bought it a few years ago . Maybe QuickPiC installed some crapware at my device!!!!
malandrex said:
Hi guys, I believe my galaxy tab s4 is contaminated with a virus . I already did many factorys resets and didnt installed no apps but from time to time , even when Im at the home screen with Avast only or with the antivirus that comes with the tablet activated, google play store opens without my request showing a program called IQ Option broker. What should I do?
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BTW, can you find same app on Google, is it called IQ Forex, is closest I could fined
IronRoo said:
BTW, can you find same app on Google, is it called IQ Forex, is closest I could fined
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The name of the program is IQ Option , from IQ Option developer
malandrex said:
The name of the program is IQ Option , from IQ Option developer
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I can't find this one but doesn't mean anything, maybe not available in my country or not compatible with my phone.
PS: Don't rule out a compromised router even top of her range can be affected eg
https://threatpost.com/critical-netgear-bug-impacts-nighthawk-router/153445/
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I can't find this one but doesn't mean anything, maybe not available in my country or not compatible with my phone.
PS: Don't rule out a compromised router even top of her range can be affected eg
https://threatpost.com/critical-netgear-bug-impacts-nighthawk-router/153445/
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Dont have much free time , but despite the fact I think the router is still safe, Ill reset it on a weekend and change again its id and password as this is a process that takes too much time ( mostly due to my ignorance at the beginning of the process ).
Im thinking about taking my tablet for a Samsung assistance, but Im worried theyll change one virus for another if the employees are corrupt. Do you think I should take the risk or Im beeing too paranoic?