FabSwingers.com forum: Any computer experts out there

By *ickie dave 69 OP Couple
over a year ago

leeds

Hi we have a android tablet when it runs a avg scan it comes back in settings insecure privilege mode detected your device is running in high privilege mode (ie been rooted) we reccommend using only genuine firmware what does this mean and how to fix problem any advice thanks vickie x

By *ishopstippleMan
over a year ago

Purley

"Hi we have a android tablet when it runs a avg scan it comes back in settings insecure privilege mode detected your device is running in high privilege mode (ie been rooted) we reccommend using only genuine firmware what does this mean and how to fix problem any advice thanks vickie x"

THe AV s/w doesn't expect to find a rooted OS so it reports as above. Its not a problem persae. unless you dont wanted a rooted OS for some strange reason. if you had a real problem then AVG would let you know and as it hasnt just accept the message as normal. and use it.

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hi there, it sounds like your tablet may have had a customised version of its operating system installed, instead of the default one which they normally ship with.

This is called "Rooting" and is usually done in order to allow an end-user to have more control over the device, and to offer many more choices when it comes to software which can be installed upon it.

However, there are a couple of downsides: installing a non-standard version of the firmware (or operating system) will invalidate the warranty, and there's also a small risk that you could inadvertently install some malicious software if you're not using vetted sources.

Having said that though, I do think the pro's outweigh the con's. Not only does running a rooted firmware offer you a lot more flexibility, but it also provides a chance to be on the cutting edge of software - you won't have to wait for the tablet manufacturer to release updates, as the rooted firmware writers are usually pretty keen on releasing regular updates and hot fixes.

Hope this helps explain things, but if not and you've got any more questions, feel free to ask away