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Bitdefender USSD Wipe Stopper 1.3

97.7 KB / 100K+ Downloads / Rating 4.4 - 1,083 reviews


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Bitdefender USSD Wipe Stopper, developed and published by Bitdefender, has released its latest version, 1.3, on 2013-09-16. This app falls under the Tools category on the Google Play Store and has achieved over 100000 installs. It currently holds an overall rating of 4.4, based on 1.083 reviews.

Bitdefender USSD Wipe Stopper APK available on this page is compatible with all Android devices that meet the required specifications (Android 2.0+). It can also be installed on PC and Mac using an Android emulator such as Bluestacks, LDPlayer, and others.

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App Details

Package name: com.bitdefender.ussdstopper

Updated: 11 years ago

Developer Name: Bitdefender

Category: Tools

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Installation Instructions

This article outlines two straightforward methods for installing Bitdefender USSD Wipe Stopper on PC Windows and Mac.

Using BlueStacks

  1. Download the APK/XAPK file from this page.
  2. Install BlueStacks by visiting http://bluestacks.com.
  3. Open the APK/XAPK file by double-clicking it. This action will launch BlueStacks and begin the application's installation. If the APK file does not automatically open with BlueStacks, right-click on it and select 'Open with...', then navigate to BlueStacks. Alternatively, you can drag-and-drop the APK file onto the BlueStacks home screen.
  4. Wait a few seconds for the installation to complete. Once done, the installed app will appear on the BlueStacks home screen. Click its icon to start using the application.

Using LDPlayer

  1. Download and install LDPlayer from https://www.ldplayer.net.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file directly into LDPlayer.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

App Rating

4.4
Total 1,083 reviews

Reviews

5 ★, on 2015-01-18
Thanks. This and firewalls ect. are the only real security that works. Antivirus apps really are of limited use especially on Android systems due to running in sandboxes. And without Root & a knowledge of the OS & Linux this isn't a self fix. So to be captain obvious this needs to be installed before you download your favorite browser or open the email app on your new device.

5 ★, on 2015-10-17
Like ALL BIT Defender Apps, this is a "must-have " and a "no-brainer "! I also use the Free Antivirus & Smart Battery Saver, Clueful Advisor, etc.. I have been using Bit Defender products on my phones & PC's for many years and have had lots of success detecting Viruses on my PC's as well as my phones. I can definitely recommend ALL Bit Defender products, simply because they are "Top-Notch " and they Work! FLAWLESSLY!! Take my word for it and install ALL of the Bit Defender products on your phones & PC's.

5 ★, on 2012-09-29
It works very well. It's very easy to set up but you do have to make sure that the "use by default" action is ticked. However it completely removes the "option" to run USSD codes. Some people might prefer to have an option. I think complete removal of the option is a good thing because it is foolproof. Until the reset exploit is fixed through a firmware update I think completely removing the risk is best. The USSD Wipe stopper "dialler" does not appear in the list of diallers for regular phone numbers. The list of regular diallers - such as phone and Skype - is thus not cluttered.

5 ★, on 2013-11-19
You will Not Be Aware that this is Running. Yet When It's Needed, FOR YOU PERSONAL PRIVATE PROTECTION, I Suggest Running ALL Bitdefender Apps, For Your Android device, and P.C.'s & Mac's.. & Your other S'ECIVED {•○~●□¿?/¡\¿?□●~○•}

2 ★, on 2013-05-18
Does not work for my phone. Had to use an app association utility to to set the dialer. Not sure if its really working.

3 ★, on 2012-09-29
Doesn't seem to work on my HTC Desire phone even though it says my phone is vulnerable. Following instructions and it does not give me any options to use the app to replace default dialer app.

Previous Versions

Bitdefender USSD Wipe Stopper 1.3
2013-09-16 / 97.7 KB / Android 2.0+

About this app

USSD Wipe Stopper - by Bitdefender. Once installed, your device is safe from running unauthorized USSD commands even if your Android version is vulnerable


The operating system your smartphone is running may be vulnerable to USSD commands that could wipe your entire phone.
Tapping on a link to a cleverly coded web page could order you phone to reset itself to factory settings and disintegrate all your private data with it.

Any Android phone running Phone.apk v 4.1 or lower is at risk and that's the broader base of them. Install Bitdefender's USSD Wipe Stopper to protect against such attacks. Now, once you would tap on a exploiting link, Bitdefender will intercept the wipe command and ask you to decide what to do next. You may, if unsure, dismiss the USSD command.

Find out more about this security vulnerability at http://www.hotforsecurity.com/blog/bitdefender-wipe-stopper-prevents-remote-ussd-attack-on-androids-3657.html

or in prestigious press outlets:
http://securitywatch.pcmag.com/none/303097-dirty-ussd-hack-wipes-samsung-phones-is-yours-vulnerable
http://www.theverge.com/2012/9/26/3412432/samsung-touchwiz-remote-wipe-vulnerability-android-dialer

Tags: ussd, ussd code, ussd check, android ussd, url, security

New features

- usability improvements. Added support for permanent protection (without affecting the user experience)
- Fix for some false vulnerability reports on patched SGS3 devices
- Fix for a minor typo