Hi folks.
Until recently I've been using the pro version of AVG-antivirus and I must add that I used to be a happy camper.
Now however I've been getting false-positives when trying to update the super-user app. I'm pretty sure they're false. I made a std. update from the market and the search brought up a post concerning that very problem.
Since super-user app. is an absolute must I've been shopping around for another security app. I'm currently running Dr. Web light. It feels ok but the pro version wants permission to make phone calls, which I don't really see as a reasonable request. Exactly what should the program need that couldn't be obtained as a std. download. I've asked about that at their support desk.
Then I've tried lookout but couldn't get it to work.
My question is: what, if any, is your preferred security app?
I'm running gingerbread stock 2.36.405.8.
Did a search on best antivirus of course but to my surprise it came up without any useful hits.
Regards Elo.
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I use Lookout Mobile Security with Android Revolution HD 5.2.0 (official HTC RUU 2.50.405.2) and for me everything works good.
I use Lookout too but I find the scanning more of an annoyance personally so I turned it off lol
Hmm!
I think I'll give lookout another go. I've heard a lot of good things about it. Perhaps I made a (L)user error ;-) .
Thanks for the interest guys.
Regards
Elo.
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Personally, i use ESET Mobile Security.. Although it is still in its beta, i find it much better than any other alternative..
I too use ESET mobile security, I like the idea you can lock your whole device with a password ,antitheft next to it being a antivirus, antispam filter and being unable to remove the app unless you know that you first have to remove it from the device administrator list as nayan8teen said, it's still in beta, but it works like a charm
I find antivirus programs slow down my phone. For this reason I don't use any. I'm just careful with what I do and or install on my phone.
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nayan8teen said:
Personally, i use ESET Mobile Security.. Although it is still in its beta, i find it much better than any other alternative..
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Just wait until you forget about the app and flash a new ROM. At this point, be surprised when your girlfriend receives texts every few minutes to inform her that my phone was stolen...
Cbxu said:
I too use ESET mobile security, I like the idea you can lock your whole device with a password ,antitheft next to it being a antivirus, antispam filter and being unable to remove the app unless you know that you first have to remove it from the device administrator list as nayan8teen said, it's still in beta, but it works like a charm
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If there was anything to truly make me feel like a noob, it was that...
Thanks...I'll go back to using ESET now...I also thought it had the most and best features and I love it on my PC and laptop but the uninstall "thing" was...smarter...than me *facepalm*
If i don't use antivirus on my phone i think is better ?!
What do u think?
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Just wondering what the general opinion is on the various security apps that are available? I currently have Lookout installed and running and I've been looking at LBE Privacy Guard and DroidWall on the Market, anyone using these (or other security apps)?
Not sure what the impact on battery life would be having too many of these security apps running
I like the look of the app privilege security feature in CynagenMod (which LBE seems to to do a similar job) would love it if that was available in ARHD.
I've got: Kaspersky, WaveSecure and DroidWall
All incredibly helpful! I've previously used Lookout, it was good.
I've got perfect battery life with all of these
unrelated: and your username made me laugh, haha !
I see Eset has a new one out too for Android that's currently free in beta stage.
Are they needed though ? I mean many of us are installing apps from unknown sources and probably not even in their bank of dodgy apps yet.
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I have lookout and HTCSense.com running - lookout checks for dodgy apps and does a fantastic job at locating device (just got me to 47m), HTCsense.com does the remote lock and if all else fails, wipe.
alexluckett said:
I've got: Kaspersky, WaveSecure and DroidWall
All incredibly helpful! I've previously used Lookout, it was good.
I've got perfect battery life with all of these
unrelated: and your username made me laugh, haha !
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I'll give DroidWall a go once I've had a look into iptables.
It's an accurate description of me!
ToneyEricsson said:
I see Eset has a new one out too for Android that's currently free in beta stage.
Are they needed though ? I mean many of us are installing apps from unknown sources and probably not even in their bank of dodgy apps yet.
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Probably not but I think it's better to safe, just in case. The LBE privacy guard is to limit what apps can do once installed, I think it's a good idea to be able to restrict their permissions, I'm going to install this at some point this week and have a play.
Tamen said:
I have lookout and HTCSense.com running - lookout checks for dodgy apps and does a fantastic job at locating device (just got me to 47m), HTCsense.com does the remote lock and if all else fails, wipe.
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Never managed to get HTCSense to work, only ever said my current location was in the middle of the ocean, so I gave up on it!
I use avg ,eset and droidwall .
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I had Lookout since I got my phone, then won a free premium upgrade for a year that just ended.
Avast! just came out (out of Beta) with free Antivirus which I'm using at the moment.
I've seen great reviews about Cerberus, but it costs a few bucks.
So, I'm not worried about viruses (I've read enough articles about it) but I like to have something to track, lock, and wipe the phone in case it is lost or stolen.
I'd like to see what programs you guys use or don't use and why?
I use lookout on my wife's phone, since she misplaces it at least once a week. I was using it on my phone but have stopped since I was only using it for tracking and I can wipe my phone remotely through my work exchange server if I lose it.
Try Seekdroid, it can remotely enable GPS and may be what you're looking for. Antivirus programs are pointless though.
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Nothing new or old impressed(es) me if it cant find and remove the CarrierIQ rootkit. They missed it..what else will they miss
Signature and definition based av solutions are dying a slow death anyway, one last hu rahhh.. smartphone users.
AVG
You forgot to specify AVG's free antivirus solution. It doesn't require any signup, unlike Lookout, and doesn't waste space in your notification area because it only appears there when it scans, fixes, etc.
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You forgot to specify AVG's free antivirus solution. It doesn't require any signup, unlike Lookout, and doesn't waste space in your notification area because it only appears there when it scans, fixes, etc.
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I might give that one a shot. I run AVG on my PC and it's been pretty good. I like that it doesn't take up room in the taskbar and it looks like it has the remote locate/wipe/lock that I want to have. I don't know why I didn't think to look it up before.
Update: Tried AVG, but it can't locate my phone when I tested it. (I went through all the proper steps of setting it up in the "remote" menu) So it doesn't look like it's gonna be a keeper.
Avoid Mcafee Unless You're Willing to Pay
alxrock said:
I might give that one a shot. I run AVG on my PC and it's been pretty good. I like that it doesn't take up room in the taskbar and it looks like it has the remote locate/wipe/lock that I want to have. I don't know why I didn't think to look it up before.
Update: Tried AVG, but it can't locate my phone when I tested it. (I went through all the proper steps of setting it up in the "remote" menu) So it doesn't look like it's gonna be a keeper.
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Aw, that sucks. Well just a word of notice: Don't go for the Mcafee Antivirus, it's just a 7-day trial unless you pay for the subscription. It was really disappointing because I signed up and configured everything, like the Buddy List feature, which is when the app automatically sends a text to your "buddies" phone numbers when it's lost/found.
I've been using Lookout since it came out, but now I have the same doubt. For sure if you only want it for remote wipe and so, I would choose Cerberus, but I usually download apps from other stores, testing apps I can't be sure if they are completely safe, etc, so I don't know if I should keep my Lookout for malware detection or just forget the paranoia and move to Cerberus.
In my situation, what would you guys do?
I never use AntiVirus never had a problem,
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Try Android lost its on the market i havent yet lost my phone or anything but dude!!!! The features on this app are amazing! Ive tried most of the features n its great (exept for wiping my phone) Its a BETA version but free its really cool.
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Oh yeah i forgot u need to be rooted.
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Can I get Cerberus for free ?
dnesh.sharma said:
Can I get Cerberus for free ?
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lmao you actually bumped a three year old thread, for that...
Hahahaha.
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Hello,
what is the best anti virus/malware and other ****, app for android?
Super-Veloce said:
Hello,
what is the best anti virus/malware and other ****, app for android?
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non, they needlessly wast battery.
if your worried about security and are rooted get LBE security from play it lets you control the permissions of all yours and system apps.
I wan to install it, update and scan my phone, than delete it again, to save memory/battery/performance
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I wan to install it, update and scan my phone, than delete it again, to save memory/battery/performance
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they mostly are bad at detecting stuff, google pulls them from play before the avs pick them up.
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they mostly are bad at detecting stuff, google pulls them from play before the avs pick them up.
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yeah ok, but when you install an app outside the market, you got the risk it contains something bad
Using NQ security 6.0 myself, not having any battery drain whatsoever.
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yeah ok, but when you install an app outside the market, you got the risk it contains something bad
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That's true but it has to declare is permissions, if a live wallpaper wants to make calls or send texts you know is not right.
Just install from the forums here or play.
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I have been using the Dr. Web free version for past 2 years - light and does what it is supposed to do. The paid version has extra features which I do not need.
ESet was good until they made you pay for it!
pdroid is great but doesn't support HOX due to not being s-off yet.
I use avast! Mobile Security.
It has a lot of functions, is free, and won several test of Android-Antivirus Software
http://www.geek.com/articles/mobile/best-android-antivirus-apps-revealed-by-av-test-labs-2012036/
http://www.avast.com/pr-avast-free-mobile-security-gets-top-av-test-ranking-for-android-malware
http://www.av-test.org/en/tests/android/
and so on...
Lookout
I use lookout. Not sure if the malware virus stuff does anything. Never had it find anything.
But the other features are brilliant. Locate you phone by GPS or getting it to scream. Remotely wiping your phone when you loose it etc. It is one of the first apps I install. To protect me from losing my phone and more importantly all my data.
i use comodo. free for pc and android. have been using it for years
Vipre - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ssd.vipre
Morning,
I've been toying with the idea of installing an Anti Virus solution on to my phone but have a couple of questions.
Is it necessary? I know that most of the AV apps come with nice features like tracking and remote wipe but was wondering how big the threat of mobile malware actually is.
Will it prevent my device from going into 'Deep Sleep' and have a negative impact on battery life?
It is possible that I am going to install Vipre Mobile Security as we use a lot of GFI products at work. Do any of you have experience with this app?
Cheers in advance.
JimmyEatFood said:
Morning,
I've been toying with the idea of installing an Anti Virus solution on to my phone but have a couple of questions.
Is it necessary? I know that most of the AV apps come with nice features like tracking and remote wipe but was wondering how big the threat of mobile malware actually is.
Will it prevent my device from going into 'Deep Sleep' and have a negative impact on battery life?
It is possible that I am going to install Vipre Mobile Security as we use a lot of GFI products at work. Do any of you have experience with this app?
Cheers in advance.
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1) No it's not. Just install apps from the official google market and none of the chinese/russian ones and look at the permissions each app uses. Unless you are installing "big busty blonde" style apps you should be fine.
2)Most AV/Malware products have a negative effect on a phones performance and battery. Don't bother, just use your common sense instead.
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1) No it's not. Just install apps from the official google market and none of the chinese/russian ones and look at the permissions each app uses. Unless you are installing "big busty blonde" style apps you should be fine.
2)Most AV/Malware products have a negative affect on a phones performance and battery. Don't bother, just use your common sense instead.
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Have to agree here as well. Do not bother with AV apps mate..Just use common sense on what you flash or install on your phone. Simple as that
I have never used Anti Virus on any of my phones and I've never had any problems.
Cheers lads. I was reading an article about Android Malware which prompted me to look into AV. Don't think I'll bother now though
Any recommendations for an app to locate and remote wipe the device if it is lost?
Sent as my GF gets angry at me for playing with my HTC One X....again.
Cerberus is excellent, does everything.
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animaleyes76 said:
[...] Unless you are installing "big busty blonde" style apps you should be fine. [...]
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Damn!
JimmyEatFood said:
Cheers lads. I was reading an article about Android Malware which prompted me to look into AV. Don't think I'll bother now though
Any recommendations for an app to locate and remote wipe the device if it is lost?
Sent as my GF gets angry at me for playing with my HTC One X....again.
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I suggest try AndroidLost I have tried most of the features like taking pictures, recording and GPS, it integrates nicely with your Google account and best of all its for FREE
I am yet to try its SMS capabilities and Sim notifications
http://www.androidlost.com
Cheers guys. I will look into the free app as I am a tight fisted Yorkshireman.
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I use free version of lookout. It don't cause any battery drains and is set to scan any new app get installed on the phone. You can also manual scan the whole phone.
You can install Avast Anti-Virus from the google play store, and if the phone has root access you can install Avast onto the ROM.
Once it has been installed you can set up theft aware for SMS text commands to remote wipe, lock etc.
The reason why the install it to the ROM is because if someone was going to factory reset through the bootloader or even from the settings menu the Avast will still be install but it will be disguised as another app (Which you can name) and they will not know that it is there.
Hope this was helpful.
Av only good for one thing and that's the tracking if its lost/stolen
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check out Kaspersky, I think it still comes with life time updates, it might not be necessary today but it's a good deal and might get useful in future...
JimmyEatFood said:
Cheers lads. I was reading an article about Android Malware which prompted me to look into AV. Don't think I'll bother now though
Any recommendations for an app to locate and remote wipe the device if it is lost?
Sent as my GF gets angry at me for playing with my HTC One X....again.
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Although not free, PhoneLocator Pro is the best I've seen,
It hides from your app drawer, adds un-installation security, takes an automatic photo of your thief and sends it you, along with his call log, also blocks the phone if the thief changes sim card, along with all the GPS tracking services that it emails you - you also get a web user interface too, aswell as the usual text commands.
Its good stuff, developer is very responsive and eager to add more features all the time too.
However, due to the way HTC have implemented multi-tasking, their pre-installed task manager app will kill it, along with anything else you may have running such as battery saving apps, antivirus, etc etc
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What can can you recommend anti-virus for GN2?
c26alfred said:
What can can you recommend anti-virus for GN2?
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I`am using Avast, been using it for years on my computers and they seem to do the job well. Using it for a while now on android and it is light on the system and it works well i suppose and it has a lot of options you can set. Installable from Play Store.
avast
Avast is notably fully featured. AV + FW (root required) + anti-theft. And more notably, it's completely free.
avast too
MarionCast said:
Avast is notably fully featured. AV + FW (root required) + anti-theft. And more notably, it's completely free.
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BTW, can you help me find the link where i can download the FW? and what is FW? sorry noob question,
Thanks
Best AV= None.
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I'm using Trustgo on mine. .. seems to have lots of good reviews and is free. ..
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Best AV= None.
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+1
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just curious, do we really need to put AV on Note2 ? considering avast or kaspersky from googleplay, but i'm still thinking that its not my must have app.
Virii aren't a problem on Android yet, but Avast is really useful for its other features... firewall, anti-theft, permissions snooper, etc. You could use DroidWall, Cerberus, Permission Explorer instead, though.
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BTW, can you help me find the link where i can download the FW? and what is FW? sorry noob question,
Thanks
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Firewall. You can only activate it if your phone is rooted.
Regarding the "No AV" comments, this is true if you don't sideload apps (i.e., only download apps from the Play Store). Otherwise, AV is a good idea.
But yeah, no replacement for user vigilance and care. Common sense! (No longer common nowadays, unfortunately...)
I use Kaspersky paid version on all my devices.
It has found 2 or 3 malwares from stok packages in Play Store.
So, I dont recomend anyone who download even from appstores to not have a AV check.
I think this is even more important regaring having root available.
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Regarding the "No AV" comments, this is true if you don't sideload apps (i.e., only download apps from the Play Store). Otherwise, AV is a good idea.
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Google has been scanning apps in the Play Store since February this year using a system called Bouncer, and this is going to be at least as effective as 3rd party malware protection. So, as MarionCast says, there's not a great deal of point worrying about this if you generally only use Play - I'd probably also extend this to the Amazon AppStore too, as Amazon do rigorously scan for malware too.
With 4.2, it is expected that Google will extend this protection to apps installed from external sources using an on-board scanner.
Personally, I think that most Android "anti-virus" software (really this should be anti-malware) is no substitute for being aware of what you are installing and the permissions it is asking for.
Regards,
Dave
I sincerely advice Lookout security.
It's very professional and the free version will do just fine.
I'm using it for a couple of years now to my full satisfaction.
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I don't use any on my phone. PCs it is a most and I use what is called "Layering" security procedures:
1. Install Microsoft Sec Essentials
2. Use Mozila, most viruses attack IE
3. Install ScriptFilters, AdBlockers, PopUp Blockers addin for Mozilla
4. disable Java and Flash and only enable it when needed and trusted
5. Keep Anti virus, flash and Java up to date. You should really uninstall Java if you don't need it.
6. Use a restricted account. I never, EVER, not even for two minutes use an Admin account unless I'm installing a trusted software
7. Never use pirated software
8. Never open emails from people/entities you don't know or you never interacted with. The other day I got an email from Match.com (WTF! I've never been to that site), so I automatically class it as SPAM
9. Don't go to links you are fully aware of.
10. Clean %temp% and hard drive of temp files, clear browser history regularly
11. Scan computer in SAFE mode at least once per month
Few of the above apply to mobile usage. So, so far I don't see much need for an Antivirus app on my phone, which in the end will just make my phone slightly slower an have less battery life... Just MO
I don't use an anti-virus; with a well established knowledgebase, nothing malicious will happen. That's my philosophy anyway
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Carls Jr said:
is antivrius really necessary?
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Comodo Antivirus has a Ultimate experience. Beat all the premium anti virus/security to date... FOC
Comparison - http://antivirus.comodo.com/free-mobile-antivirus.php
i use lookout...it's free and can find my fone if i lose it...
Avast