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How to capture network packet in Android without using any root permissions

I want to capture network data packets on android app. Do you have any suggestions or source code to help me understand if this is possible?

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Kadir GÜZEL Avatar asked Aug 09 '12 00:08

Kadir GÜZEL


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1 Answers

Without root you will have to use a pass-thru method.

  1. Setup your PC/Mac to share your wired connection through the wireless adapter
  2. Connect to the wireless adapter with your Android device
  3. Run wireshark
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Error 454 Avatar answered Sep 20 '22 05:09

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