How to Test Anti Remote Desktop Control for Android in TeamViewer

Overview

TeamViewer is a remote access and control software that allows users to share their screens, control devices remotely, and transfer files between computers. While it offers benefits for legitimate remote support and collaboration, it can also pose a security risk if misused by attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive applications and data. This guide walks you through how to test the Anti Remote Desktop Control feature for iOS, a critical security layer provided by Appdome to ensure your application does not operate if TeamViewer is detected, effectively preventing unauthorized access attempts.

Prerequisites

• To test Anti Remote Desktop Control, you will need:
  • Appdome account (create a free Appdome account here)
  • A license for Anti Remote Desktop Control
  • Mobile App (.apk or .aab for Android)
  • Signing Credentials (see Signing Secure Android apps )
  • Two (2) mobile devices.

Performing the Test

To perform the test:

1. Build an app with the Anti Remote Desktop feature enabled.
   For detailed instructions on how to build this feature, visit the main knowledge base article How to Block Remote Desktop Exploits in Android Apps
   
2. Setup Devices 1 &2
   • Install the protected app on mobile device 1.
   • Download and install Team Viewer Quick Support on mobile device 1 from the Google PlayStore.
   • Download and install Team Viewer Remote Control on mobile device 2, from the Google PlayStore.
3. Open TeamViewer QuickSupport on mobile device 1.
4. Copy the number you see next to Your ID in mobile device 1.
   
5. Open TeamViewer Remote Control on mobile device 2.
   
6. Paste the newly copied number to the Partner ID box on mobile device 2, and click the Remote Control button.
7. Click Allow on device 1.
   The mobile device 1 screen is now displayed on mobile device 2.
   
8. Click Start Broadcast
   
9. Open the protected app on mobile device 1.
10. Verify the functionality of the Anti-Remote Desktop Control protection.
    Expected Result: You should see a security alert on the second device’s screen, blocking the app from opening while TeamViewer is active. This alert confirms that the Anti-Remote Desktop Control is operational.

Related Articles:

• Testing Anti Remote Desktop Control for iOS in Zoom
• Testing Anti Remote Desktop Control for iOS in AnyDesk
• Testing Anti Remote Desktop Control for iOS in TeamViewer
• Testing Anti Remote Desktop Control for Android in AnyDesk

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