Latest update
Version 1.0 updated.
Security: Block Tel URI APK Description
Quick fix for the security thread of automatically calling the "tel" Uri with USSD codes from embedded iFrames within homepages. Using this vulnaribility an attacker might reset the phone, block the SIM card, ...
This app registers as handler for the "tel" Uri. When a webpage contains the malicious code, the app chooser will pop up and "Security: Block Tel URI" will be in the list. If you choose it, it will show you the Uri that was blocked.
Warning: The app chooser will only show up if you have not choosen a default dialer before! This needs to be reset for this security fix to work.
Please use a testing site to see whether the Security fix will show up, for example http://www.heise.de/security/dienste/USSD-Check-1717811.html
How to install Security: Block Tel URI APK bundles for Android
Once you have downloaded an Android App Bundle, you can install it using a dedicated app bundle installer app. You can install .apks, .xapk, split apk files, and unencrypted .apkm files using the Split APKs Installer (SAI). SAI is considered the gold standard for installing app bundles in the Android community. Here’s how to use the SAI app to install split apks. Download Security: Block Tel URI APK file (com.papenmeier.blocktel_1_47891.apk) from APKBundles.com, then follow these steps:
Update Phone Settings
- Go to your phone Settings page
- Tap Security or Applications (varies with device)
- Check the Unknown Sources box
- Confirm with OK
Go to Downloads
- Open Downloads on your device by going to My Files or Files
- Tap the APK file you downloaded (com.papenmeier.blocktel_1_47891.apk)
- Tap Install when prompted, the APK file you downloaded will be installed on your device.
How to install Security: Block Tel URI APK, Split APK (APK Bundles) on Windows PC 7/8/10/11 or MAC?
Download Security: Block Tel URI APK file (com.papenmeier.blocktel_1_47891.apk) from APKBundles.com to your PC (ex: C://temp/(com.papenmeier.blocktel_1_47891.apk), then follow these steps appear on screen.
Using Emulator:
- Download And Install one Emulator Softwares (Ex: Bluestacks, GenyMotion, NoxPlayer)
- Simple install APK on PC by drag and drop file com.papenmeier.blocktel_1_47891.apk on Emulator screen
Security: Block Tel URI APK Pros & Cons
Pros
- This app is safe, it's not require high risk permissions
- Compatible with 32 bit device (most Emulator using 32bit arch CPU)
- Compatible with 64-bit device (some android device and current Bluestacks)
Cons
Everything is good.
