Security

Security

This page explains how to report security vulnerabilities in ArxSilex MapTools, how security updates are communicated and which device, radio and sensor limits apply.

Updated: June 12, 2026

Contact

Report a vulnerability

Please report possible vulnerabilities confidentially so they can be reviewed and fixed before technical details are made public.

Normal support

For usage questions, feature requests and general app support, use support@arxsilex.de or the support page.

Scope

What should be reported

Relevant reports include security issues that may affect app data, device functions, import/export paths or the website.

App and data

Issues in local storage, backup/restore, project files, exports, sharing, QR codes, import formats or permission flows.

Nearby features

Issues involving BLE groups, Remote ID reception, Wi-Fi/BLE processing, live features, location processing, camera, AR/LiveView or sensors.

Website

Security issues on the app website, linked files, redirects, forms or published metadata.

Report details

Information that helps

The more precise the report is, the faster it can be assessed and reproduced.

InformationWhy it helps
App version and sourceFor example Google Play version, test version or a specific build/version number.
Android version and deviceMany security and radio features depend on Android version, device vendor, sensors, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Affected featureFor example import, backup, QR code, BLE group, Remote ID, map, export, sharing or website.
Steps to reproduceShort reproducible steps plus expected and actual behavior.
ImpactWhich data, permissions or functions could be affected?
EvidenceScreenshots, logs or sample files only if they do not contain unnecessary personal data.

Disclosure

Coordinated disclosure

Please test only in controlled environments and without affecting other people's data, accounts or devices.

Report confidentially

Please do not publish technical details until feedback has been provided or a fix is available.

No disruption

Please do not perform DDoS, spam, social engineering, phishing or destructive tests.

Data minimization

Please do not access, store or share other people's personal data. If such data appears accidentally, redact it in the report.

Updates

Supported versions and security updates

ArxSilex MapTools is distributed through Google Play. Security-relevant changes are listed there and in the app changelog where this can be done without unnecessary risk.

Supported version

Support generally applies to the current version available through Google Play. Older versions cannot be supported indefinitely for security reasons.

Install updates

Install app updates promptly through Google Play, especially when the changelog mentions fixes or security improvements.

Known limits

GPS, BLE, Wi-Fi, drone Remote ID, AR/LiveView and sensor features depend on the device, Android version, permissions, radio environment and data sources.

Protection

App security principles

The app is local-first and uses Android security mechanisms. Individual features may still export, share or exchange data by radio when users actively use them.

Local first

Projects, map objects, tracks, offline data, backups and Remote ID data are generally processed locally. There is currently no app-operated cloud sync.

Android model

Location, camera, Bluetooth, nearby devices, notifications and foreground services are controlled through Android permissions and visible system features.

Transport and backups

Online services are used over HTTPS where provided by the provider. Manual backups can be encrypted with password protection.

No ads/analytics

The checked app version does not use an app-owned advertising platform, Firebase Analytics, Google Analytics, Crashlytics or AdMob.

Related

Related pages

Further information about updates, privacy and data processing is available on these pages.