PS5 4.03 Kernel Build String by Znullptr, No ETA for PS5 Kernel Exploit

Previously the PlayStation 5 Scene saw a PS5 WebKit Vulnerability alongside implementation of a PS5 Userland Exploit for 4.03 PS5 Firmware, which was followed by PS5 Debug Settings & Root Keys Obtained with scene developer @Mathieulh openly stating on Twitter that "Kernel execution has been achieved since week 1" around when the AMD Server Vulnerabilities were disclosed as @zezu420 (aka Znullptr) confirmed the pOOBs4 ExFAT Bug also affects PS5 while BTC Donations set up allowed the lead developer to get a PlayStation 5 console to fully implement the KeXploit on... exemplified by today's PS5 4.03 Kernel Build String image below from Znullptr (aka dmiller423) on Twitter!

Those who would like to support his continued development work may do so via BTC Donations, GoFundMe, becoming a Github Sponsor or Patreon.

Before collectors of PS5 Game Dumps in the PS5Scene get too excited, there's currently no ETA for a public PS5 Kernel Exploit release... but at least knowing it works on 4.03 and below may help those considering updating to Sony's current 4.50 PS5 Firmware make a wise decision not to update for the time being.

Be sure to vote in our current Site Poll: Is it too soon for a public PS5 Jailbreak?

Finally, we'll keep the PlayStation 5 (PS5) Jailbreak Status page updated as things progress with some related articles (sorted by date, with the oldest first) and Tweets below:

• SMAP Bypass FreeBSD 12 Vulnerability May Affect PS5
• PS5 H2025K4702 IC Flash Chip Pinout Diagram
• PS5 DualSense Controller Firmware Dumped
• Potential AMD SP (Secure Processor) Glitch for PS5 Fuses
• PS5 WebKit Affected by Use-After-Free Vulnerability
• PS5 WebKit / Userland Exploit for 4.03 Firmware
• PS5 NVS (Non-Volatile Storage) Documentation
• PS5 Debug Settings on Retail Console, PS5 Root Keys Obtained
• PS5 Kernel Exploit via ExFAT Filesystem Bug

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[snaker1]

i live in Greece. Here you cant find ps5s at all. I ordered it before 4 days. The store i ordered it its a big chain store that got only 10 pieces after 3 months. If i am lucky and the pieces are old enough to have 4.03 it will be a miracle.

 

[jamesblond007]

My Understanding Of Current State Of Play:

The individuals that find the loopholes in the console security decide, if progress can be made on the scene. Its really up to them to make PS5 exploitable or not. It looks as if it is a matter of time at this stage but who knows, the end user can only hold on current firmware & wait for a release.

To early or hold, this is nonsense if the bug bounty program is utilized the devs are paid to inform Sony of flaws in security, they then patch the flaw, the devs can ask for disclosure and release it at a later date, subject to authorization, however it will be patched prior to disclosure so the loophole no longer exists, in platform firmware

Either hold or update and be aware updated firmware can’t utilize. Older loopholes

 

[UltraLex]

I hacked PS4 without missing a beat back ok 5.05 forever ago. I was banned from PSN and couldn't care less. Now that I have a PS5, I really want to stay legit this time around and enjoy upcoming updates.

 

[cpuguy19]

To update or not to update... I think I'm going to stay updated and use my PS4 for homebrew

 

[dellan]

Got a PS5 this past Friday the day they announced.. hyped

 

[MoneyT20]

Hey nobody is forcing anyone to stay downgraded. Matter of choice.

Happy Monday everyone!!! Here's to the PS5 Scene!!!

 

[Sproo]

Sweet!

 

[kl1k1]

Awesome. I've got my PS5 on 4.01 and still unopened in the box.

 

[okreiko]

Good news!

 

[fattony88]

I got lucky about 2 weeks ago and got picked up my PS5 from Best Buy (usa) any ideas what firmware it might be on?