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Is there a app that sniff packets sent by cell phones, my whole goal would be to intercept text messages or the data thats sent by cell phones. I came up with this idea when I was messing around with packet sniffer and thought about the idea but on cell phones. Is there something already out like this?
Wireshark at a "router"
While not an on-device solution, I use this setup when I want to watch the traffic between my phone and the network:
"sorry, apparently I can't post a link to this forum, it's at my site droidhacks.com, click on the wireshark tag in the sidebar and you'll find the post"
Having a full Wireshark install running on the desktop is great for poking through the data. I think some folks do the capture on the device and then just move the capture file across. Also helps sometimes to pull the SIM to make sure all the traffic goes through the laptop and not through the network. Sharing on OS X with an handset can be a bit fidgety when first starting up.
Find shark for android and sharkreader. Both of which can be found in this forum.
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can this be countermanded? stoped, disabled somehow? encrypted packets? someone's safety could be at risk.
Are you looking to capture the communications of other phones, rather than your own? If so, good luck, it's encrypted traffic.
Sounds pretty stupid and no, it is not possible. I would rather want a network sniffer for android. Connect to your local coffee shop network and start sniffing.
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Are you looking to capture the communications of other phones, rather than your own? If so, good luck, it's encrypted traffic.
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no, i'm just curious how this can be done.
if its encrypted how can you read the packets with your program then ?
some kind of id or serial number?
tmpmailone said:
no, i'm just curious how this can be done.
if its encrypted how can you read the packets with your program then ?
some kind of id or serial number?
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Ok, I think we need a rather large dose of reality here. You'll not manage it, simple as that, certainly not from a consumer device. I suspect you are thinking along the line of WiFi wireless, where you can monitor what other devices are sending. If you really wish to know more then google 'usrp' and you'll soon see you'll need far more hardware and software to start capturing GSM traffic.
ok so you're saying with my router i can't capture my text messages, like those sent and received with the YMesenger app ?
so its possible to sniff datalines?
tmpmailone said:
ok so you're saying with my router i can't capture my text messages, like those sent and received with the YMesenger app ?
so its possible to sniff datalines?
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Yes, it's possibly to sniff datalines, as well as WiFi.
I think you should break out with you gf
this thread is too funny ( lol )
encryption - lol
cant sniff - lmao!!
link1
I am a network security specialist and you people are just too funny saying "cant" "impossible" "illegal" .. .. ..
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Nice info.
Packet sniffing over public wifi is well known, but I learnt something new today
Chris Paget hapens to be a personal friend of mine
I'm pretty sure intercepting phone calls would still be "illegal", regardless of the fact that you're a network security specialist.
But yes, nothing is impossible, that's pretty much a given. Give someone enough expertise and resources, anything can be hacked. Encryption is actually important, so the general, uninformed riff-raff can't access anything they want. Like my previous statement, it can still be hacked, but it's better that not being encrypted at all.
morning_wood said:
this thread is too funny ( lol )
encryption - lol
cant sniff - lmao!!
link1
I am a network security specialist and you people are just too funny saying "cant" "impossible" "illegal" .. .. ..
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So, my ex husband is using a packet sniffer to read all of my info that I txt over my phone. He is living with me until he closes on his new house (30 days out). I have installed a VPN on my phone. What else do I need to do? He says he can see all messages that I send, both txt and messenger as well as my calls?? He is a programmer, so I know he knows what he’s doing, how can I get my privacy back? I’m afraid that he will always be spying on me and it’s very frustrating.
Sunshine08 said:
So, my ex husband is using a packet sniffer to read all of my info that I txt over my phone. He is living with me until he closes on his new house (30 days out). I have installed a VPN on my phone. What else do I need to do? He says he can see all messages that I send, both txt and messenger as well as my calls?? He is a programmer, so I know he knows what he’s doing, how can I get my privacy back? I’m afraid that he will always be spying on me and it’s very frustrating.
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Do you use Google Messages app for text messages? If so check if it is connected to Messages for web. Also if you use Whatsapp check if it is connected to Whatsapp web. I recommend to change password for all the services, Google, Facebook and so on and reset the phone to factory defaults. I don't think this has anything to do with packet sniffing.
Hello Everyone,
i've finish working on my application RemotifyMyDroid, and uploaded it to the market place toy can download:
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.yazan.remotifyMyDroid&feature=more_from_developer
it sends notifications to your PC, when you got event on your mobile,
best case when you are charging your mobile in a room, and setting in another..
however you can use it in different purposes ...
the phone and the PC should be on the same LAN,
in future i may upgrade it to work over the internet ...
it notifies for those events:
1- Incoming Call (shows the caller number to)
2- Outgoing Call (someone using your mobile to call a number)
3- Your mobile is fully charged (in case you were charging it)
4- Someone unplugged the power of the charger.
5- New Incoming SMS.
to download the PC server
http://www.yazandroid.com/
and go to RemotifyMyDroid (1st link) and it contains some screen shots to.
also have a look at my other FREE 2 applications there
your feedback is appreciated
Yazan.
Sounds great, but I think setting this up might be a tad harsh for general use (firewalls etc). I would suggest building an intermediary platform (web service) to communicate to. That way you can have a very easy setup. For instance, you can use the Google login service to identify yourself from the phone and the notification program and that's it then. No IP's or port numbers as most users don't know what that is anyway.
But for the techies, good start.
Cheers
bra1nDeaD said:
Sounds great, but I think setting this up might be a tad harsh for general use (firewalls etc). I would suggest building an intermediary platform (web service) to communicate to. That way you can have a very easy setup. For instance, you can use the Google login service to identify yourself from the phone and the notification program and that's it then. No IP's or port numbers as most users don't know what that is anyway.
But for the techies, good start.
Cheers
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good point, and that what i was afraid about in the first place
i am planning to take this to the internet as a next step, i will be doing that soon
thanks bra1nDeaD
stinger1 said:
good point, and that what i was afraid about in the first place
i am planning to take this to the internet as a next step, i will be doing that soon
thanks bra1nDeaD
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No problem
Portal pending. Nice app
I will use this when it's possible to use it via the web. Maybe a Chrome/FireFox/IE plugin would be cool?
Really nice idea!
Another suggestion : an honeycomb client
let us be notified about our phone when it's away and we're using our favorite tablet
I'm sorry to have to say this, but I think you may have wasted your time:
http://code.google.com/p/android-notifier/
Timmmmmm said:
I'm sorry to have to say this, but I think you may have wasted your time:
[Link]
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What a great find... The integration with Growl will be excellent on my HTPC. Also, this allows easy integration with EventGhost through Scripty.
just installed. works fine.
Any chance on a open source version, i would like to see how you did this. an maybe use some of the code in a Domotica project of mine.
Hey another MightyText. At least I can use this one lol.\
Timmmmmm said:
I'm sorry to have to say this, but I think you may have wasted your time:
http://code.google.com/p/android-notifier/
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Have you ever heard of...dare I say it...variation of ideas? Just because there is something similar out there, does not mean it is identical. Please do not spam dev's threads with others work.
he's right though, there is google voice add on for chrome that does this, mighty text, and that last one he mentioned.
Timmmmmm I'm sorry to have to say this, but I think you may have wasted your time:
http://code.google.com/p/android-notifier/
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its not a waste of time, and for sure i have learned couple of things while developing this app, its not a waste at all.
otherwise you will see a single app for each purpose ... on pc\mobile ...
one more thing .. why do you think there is Windows , Linux and Mac??
could not other parties just SAVE there time and NOT develop another OS!!!!
Any chance on a open source version, i would like to see how you did this. an maybe use some of the code in a Domotica project of mine.
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for now i am not planning to open source any of my work,
sorry
Really nice idea!
Another suggestion : an honeycomb client
let us be notified about our phone when it's away and we're using our favorite tablet
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this was on the list next
with this to
I will use this when it's possible to use it via the web. Maybe a Chrome/FireFox/IE plugin would be cool?
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still thinking which one will go first,
thanks all
Hey, didn't try it yet but I have some suggestions, in addition to a web service:
reply to sms / transfer calls to PC
low battery event
as an option, deliver every notification from notification bar (alarms, songs played, ebay auctions ending, FB msgs, etc.)
cheers
Mac version would be awesome .
Hey, didn't try it yet but I have some suggestions, in addition to a web service:
reply to sms / transfer calls to PC
low battery event
as an option, deliver every notification from notification bar (alarms, songs played, ebay auctions ending, FB msgs, etc.)
cheers
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hey lastnikita, thx for suggestions,
i will be working on such updates,
but regarding the call forwarding to PC as far as i know you can't do it as the call is protected by the OS. it has limitations...
Mac version would be awesome .
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hey Bomster,
there is a MAC version...
not tested yet, i don't have a MAC, please if you try and send us a feed back, that will be great
cheers
thanks,
stinger1 said:
but regarding the call forwarding to PC as far as i know you can't do it as the call is protected by the OS. it has limitations...
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Using bluetooth maybe ? PC as a handset (would have to be paired before)
I understand then distance range would come as a limit for many use cases, but could still be enjoyable instead of standing up to pick up the phone !
lastnikita said:
Using bluetooth maybe ? PC as a handset (would have to be paired before)
I understand then distance range would come as a limit for many use cases, but could still be enjoyable instead of standing up to pick up the phone !
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that looks fine
now we have along list to start with lol
cheers
Hi All,
Would you like to know what app is using network in your phone? Would you like to know what address is the application connecting?
My friend wrote a tool named Network Monitor. The link is https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jmm.networkmonitor Would you like to try?
The tool could help you below:
1. Monitor current data activity and uplink/downlink throughput.
2. Monitor external IP address.
3. List all package which using internet currently.
4. List all socket link including destination IP address and source IP address of per package.
5. Query where is the destination address of the link connection and show it in map.
It is a fun tool if you want to know what application using your internet connection background.
My friend welcome any comments and he could add function if it would helpful.
Thanks.
Would this be helpful in analyzing what kind of intranet traffic is causing high wlan_rx_wakelocks?
Useful tool.
Works good on my N7100.
Thank you.
much needed as many are taking up lots of data without knowingly.
thanks
Nice app. Keep up the good work :good:
I almost installed this as it looks to be very helpful, but.....then I reread the thread and the fact that you say "My friend" made this app and not you makes me very nervous....why isn't your friend posting this up?
The way I see it if this app was found to be stealing data or compromising networks who would we have to turn to? You? All you are going to say is "my friend did it not me".
No insult intended but have him\her post this themselves would be my request.
I mean dude....you have less than 20 posts. Not like you have been on here for years....or even a year.
As an IT professional with 46 companies relying on my judgement....I simply can't risk their security
The tool will let you know which application is using your network, even for intranet.
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Would this be helpful in analyzing what kind of intranet traffic is causing high wlan_rx_wakelocks?
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I think your concern was reasonable.
I am the author and using my friend's account. Let me explain what was going on. I wrote the tool part time and shown to my friend. My friend said you should publish in google play. But as you know, it is hard to let more person know there is software named "network monitor". My friend said he has a xda account and could help me to post. I will apply a account or just use this account.
One thing I could guarantee, there isn't back door in the application. Thanks for everybody's reply, it encourages me to add more functions.
One function I am considering to add is WIFI control/diag function.
Thanks
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I almost installed this as it looks to be very helpful, but.....then I reread the thread and the fact that you say "My friend" made this app and not you makes me very nervous....why isn't your friend posting this up?
The way I see it if this app was found to be stealing data or compromising networks who would we have to turn to? You? All you are going to say is "my friend did it not me".
No insult intended but have him\her post this themselves would be my request.
I mean dude....you have less than 20 posts. Not like you have been on here for years....or even a year.
As an IT professional with 46 companies relying on my judgement....I simply can't risk their security
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he_arslan said:
The tool will let you know which application is using your network, even for intranet.
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So it won't I guess, I need to know analyze the broadcast packets originating from somewhere else on the intranet and waking up my device from deep sleep (wlan_rx_wakelocks).
You are correct. Currently the tool doesn't support packet analyze. It needs root right to capture the packet from network.
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So it won't I guess, I need to know analyze the broadcast packets originating from somewhere else on the intranet and waking up my device from deep sleep (wlan_rx_wakelocks).
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One way to alleviate fears is to open source your code.
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ph37rd said:
One way to alleviate fears is to open source your code.
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nice app... would be nice if it also shows wi-fi TX/RX along with the total and mobile... I take it total is the combo of wi-fi and mobile?
Yes. Total TX/RX combines Wifi information.
The reason I didn't list wifi TX/RX is most person only care about mobile data and there is limited space to show information.
Maybe need to provide a way to configure the display items.
BTW, I have upgraded the software and added floating window and process view. Please enjoy it.
Hi, I have a question concerning Wifi Password Sniffer. I don't know if it's in the right section, but here it is. I have been researching on ways to connect to password protected WiFi networks that are on PLDT routers. My uncle had this app installed on his S2 and I was curios. He could connect to every PLDT WiFi on every place we go. So I asked him, but he refused to tell me how to get the app. I tried it myself, sadly, it was removed from the Play Store long ago probably due to illegal purposes. I don't have the intention to hack WiFi's and change pass. So I got the link from cuteangel's blog, you should Google Wifi Password Sniffer and download the app from cuteangel's blog site. After I downloaded and installed it, there's this rate 5 stars thingy. I was kinda feeling it won't work, because when I pressed the rate 5 stars on my notification, it led me to the Play Store, which is the app was removed so it is almost impossible to use their app. Could anyone here please help me bypass that? Like kinda someone could remake the app but way better? Thanks! I'm crossing my fingers.
Any ideas or suggestions?
We don't discuss illegal stuff here.
Planterz said:
We don't discuss illegal stuff here.
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Hi sir, I don't have the intention to do what you said. I just really need help withthis alp, so that I could connect on PLDT Wifi.
I figured it out! Well, I can make a thread about it but I'm afraid it will be abused. So just PM me when u are interested.
Thread closed. We don't discuss hijacking peoples WiFi here.
I continously find weird and new folders on my phone whose content seem fishy to say the least. I feel like my husband has hacked my phone just from looking at some of the files content. Please help me decode. Thank you.
the attached file is from a bug report.
also, I forgot to mention I dont use Microsoft at all on my phone yet these 'logs' continue to pop up from time to time.
I'm using a Samsung a11.
has your husband joined up recently too ?
fb is facebook and it's likely for ads.
Do a quick search on fb.bin
bdani28 said:
also, I forgot to mention I dont use Microsoft at all on my phone yet these 'logs' continue to pop up from time to time.
I'm using a Samsung a11.
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yea logs are your systems way of checking how your system is doing.
If you open one up it'll probably list the time, and what you did on that time frame.
That's content of fb.bin provided
Code:
c5dfe56f-f99e-4dbe-838d-1647632d1e20
bdani28 said:
I continously find weird and new folders on my phone whose content seem fishy to say the least. I feel like my husband has hacked my phone just from looking at some of the files content. Please help me decode. Thank you.
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Apparently the other files I attached didnt go through. Those are the ones I'm really taking about. They are for Microsoft sky something.
hellofriendlymanveriosns said:
yea logs are your systems way of checking how your system is doing.
If you open one up it'll probably list the time, and what you did on that time frame.
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Yes I am aware of that. But how are logs for microsoft sky accounts and/or sent data on my phone when I dont use any thing Microsoft on my phone.
3mel said:
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No. He dont use fb. Just messenger
If you are worried about your phone being hacked, you may scan your phone with some security app such as Malwarebytes, McAfee Mobile Security, etc.
bdani28 said:
No. He dont use fb. Just messenger
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I meant joined up here on xda. someone made a post about malware a couple of days ago and said his wife had an A11 and was worried about files on her phone.