PS3 4.87.1 PS3 HFW (Hybrid Firmware) - HFW is helpful for installing PS3HEN on 4.84/4.85/4.86/4.87 FW

UPDATE (May, 2022) 4.89 HFW Released see here.

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. Original Article (4.84 HFW - March 2019): Huge News as the PS3 exploit ladder has taken a step up into 4.84 rung, with a new approach to bring back PS3Xploit functionality on 4.84. With a Hybrid Firmware (NOT A CFW) that can be installed on ANY MODEL PS3 over any Official Firmware (OFW) version. .The only thing this modified firmware essentially does is bring back the patched webkit from OFW 4.82 that was an entry point for PS3Xploit, if you recall when 4.84 was released developers @bguerville and @esc0rtd3w stated the exploit was not actually patched but rather only the webkit entry used was removed in 4.83+ which rendered the actual exploit unreachable (not patched and could be restored). Now the webkit is back for 4.84 OFW thanks to this new clever magic that has allowed OFW user's to use and install this slightly modified Firmware.​

So, what does all this mean? Now it will be just like it was back in 4.82 before PS3Xploit was "patched"(some ps3xploit tools need updated still) you will be able to install a CFW (on a CFW compatible model) and for those unfortunate user's that does not have a CFW Compatible model (i.e. SuperSlim/late slims) you have will have access to the HAN exploit . So for new user's or ones that updated, here is your second chances thanks to the efforts of the members of PS3Xploit Team and to @Joonie (waved magic wand on files) and prepared this magically release, @habib (for valuable input on this project) and @esc0rtd3w (work in porting ps3xploit tools to 4.84) ​

It has been an exciting month here at psx-place with so much progress on all fronts of the PS3 . the fuel of this project actually comes from a user simply igniting a spark with an idea as @Doge_Rules did with this thread truly making it a community effort. Updated - to version 4.84.2 (see details below)​

-STLcardsWS​

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4.91 HFW 4.90 HFW 4.89 HFW 4.88 HFW 4.87.1 HFW 4.86.1 HFW 4.85.1 HFW Original 4.84.2 Release (via Joonie) SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

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  Joonie is back again with 4.91 HFW
  
  • (March 2024) > HFW 4.91 (Hybrid Firmware)
  
  
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  Joonie is back with an update to 4.90 with 4.90 HFW.
  
  • (March 2023) > HFW 4.90.1 (Hybrid Firmware)
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  4.89 HFW
  
  • https://www.psx-place.com/threads/hfw-4-89-1-hybrid-firmware-official-release.37319/
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  4.88 HFW:
  
  • https://www.psx-place.com/resources/4-88-1-hfw-hybrid-firmware.1249/
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  UPDATE 4.87.1 RELEASED:​
  via @Joonie:
  It's been a while, saw a new FW dropped today. So here's yet another one for everyone.
  
  https://mega.nz/file/fAJFwSqL#PeQfhVjbGAi69S4Jr369Tly4trG4Y9ALqdlUIBzW8qk
  
  Since there's no change in the kernel, you may see a PS3HEN update anytime soon.
  
  Have fun and stay safe at home.
  
  
  >> Release Post <<​
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  Release Post via Joonie

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  4.86.1 (HFW) Hybrid Firmware​
  It's been a while, saw a new FW dropped today. So here's yet another one for everyone.
  
  https://mega.nz/#!zIpFnDjB!PwJVSc15POf0jzFDQuUllxJahdzpnb48TW74hJOgjyc
  
  Since there's no change in the kernel, you should see a PS3HEN update anytime soon.
  
  Have fun and stay safe at home.​
  
  
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  Release Post via Joonie

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  .Here's a little gift for everyone who has working PS3 (excluding RSOD or broken BD/BT units)
  
  Here's what we have found.
  

  1. no changes in Kernel
  2. no changes in VSH
  3. no changes in isolated loaders
  4. Stability improved

  
  Enjoy your latest HFW 4.85.1 and stay tuned for more updates coming from various developers.
  
  Download link : https://mega.nz/#!SAYhnYYB!6CmxOz0H_pSuVRb4YZ7-lYvY66hP0LlohgVMWfFut4Q
  
  FYI @STLcardsWS @esc0rtd3w @habib @Zar @aldostools
  
  To devs - PS3HEN can literally be ported in 5 mins. or you could just use PS3HEN 2.3.1 and it should work right out of the box.
  
  To everyone else - Don't rush your update until all the tools get fully ported & released.
  
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  4.84.2 HFW (Hybrid Firmware)
  Restores PS3Xploit Flasher/Tools & PS3Xploit HAN for 4.84 OFW user's​
  
  
  Today, we proudly present the very first modified OFW that can be installed on all PS3 models. (NOTE: THIS IS NOT A FULL BLOWN CFW, HOWEVER IT Allows you to run the patched webkit exploit that's ported to 4.84)​
  
  Yes, you didn't hear wrong, it can be installed over
  
  • ALL OFW versions on ALL PS3 models
    • ex) OFW 4.83, 4.84 , CECH-3XXX, CECH-4XXX and etc..
  
  We wanted this to be called "HHHFW" since it was Hybrid, Hack-able, HAN ready also inspired by @habib but let's call it HFW since this is Hybrid FW (Well you can call this MFW).
  
  The idea was reminded by some guy who didn't want to be annoying but actually ended up being helpful: @ psx-place.com
  
  Habib had this idea long time ago but the previous attempt was not successful due to lack of interest and preparation.
  
  As you all know, I recently started messing with my PS3 again and this idea was brought back.
  
  So then I went ahead and tried his magical idea.... after a few hours later... Boom!!, now we have HFW that works on all PS3 models (including 3K and 4K) that allows the previously patched exploit by using old webkit from 4.50 that's been used until 4.83. This method is rather hacky than technical, so I would like to leave this method under the radar for now until it gets patched out (this can easily be patched).
  
  What can you do with this HFW 4.84.1/2?
  
  1. You can use PSN since the FW is the latest.
  2. You can downgrade/Install CFW on your PS3 if your model is downgrade-able/hack-able (excluding CECH-3K and 4K)
  (The same capability as what you had for 4.82 OFW)
  3. You can use HAN and all the tools that worked up to 4.82 with this FW.
  4. You can always go back to the real OFW 4.84 if you wish.​
  
  To all scener's and developers
  
  • Please update the HAN toolbox or any xml that can support 4.84 if anyone's available.
  
  
  
  
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  Special thanks @habib @bguerville @esc0rtd3w @Doge_Rules @DeViL303 @littlebalup​
  
  

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  .UPDATE 3-22-2019 - 4.84.2 Released

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  HFW 4.84.2_PS3UPDAT.PUP
  
  • Bugfix : Fixed the installation issue with regions that use following languages
    English (UK), Turkish (Turkey), and Portugal (Brazil) , Thanks to @citra mulia to report the bug
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  System Update displaying 4.84.1 HFW
  
  
  
  
  PS3Xploit Tools running on 4.84 HFW
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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  DO NOT UPDATE WHEN A NEW OFW FIRMWARE UPDATE IS RELEASED!!!​
  
  -STLcardsWS​
  Here is a video tutorial by @MrMario2011
  
  
  
  
  

Release Thread & Download: HFW 4.87.1

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.Update May 2022 https://www.psx-place.com/threads/p...-the-ps3-exploit-for-noncfw-ps3-models.37273/

UPDATE JAN. 2023
Mirror's HFW Downlaod's :
LINK

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You have a bigger issue than just the drive, its the controller. Check your connections just in case it's not something simple and stupid like a partially unseated cable.

I checked all my cables, and problem still persist, I have a secondary ps3 that has a processor or motherboard problem, what canb I do?

 

i update it to 4,84 but when i want to update it to hfw 4.84 it said it's up to date can someone tall what should i do

 

i update it to 4,84 but when i want to update it to hfw 4.84 it said it's up to date can someone tall what should i do

Try to update from recovery menu.

 

I recently updated, when I try to install the HFW, it says that I have the latest version and it does not install it, i try in recovery but nothing . PLEASE HELP. Thks

 

Try to update from recovery menu.

i did but it's still the same when i go to ps3xploit it said u mast have 4.84 hfw and also i did ps3 restore full format but it's still 4.82cfw not that comes with my ps3 from the factory so what should i do

 

i did but it's still the same when i go to ps3xploit it said u mast have 4.84 hfw and also i did ps3 restore full format but it's still 4.82cfw not that comes with my ps3 from the factory so what should i do

I don't understand.
While installing HFW 4.84.2 from storage media this info should be shown:

 

I don't understand.
While installing HFW 4.84.2 from storage media this info should be shown:

yeah it shown and did from recovery and it's seems be install but when i go to system information i found it's 4.84 not 4.84 hfw

 

yeah it shown and did from recovery and it's seems be install but when i go to system information i found it's 4.84 not 4.84 hfw

I'm currently on Rebug 4.84.1 Lite and I've only:
System Software: Version 4.84 in System Information.

The same thing is with HFW 4.84.2.
You'll only see System Software: Version 4.84,
not System Software: Version 4.84.2 HFW.

That is why I inserted that picture, because if you see it during installation,
that means you're on 4.84.2 HFW.

 

ok then why when i want to do hack and went to ps3xploit it said you mast have 4.84 hfw and when i do update from xmb it said u have latest version

 

ok then why when i want to do hack and went to ps3xploit it said you mast have 4.84 hfw and when i do update from xmb it said u have latest version

Did you update your FW to HFW 4.84.2 or not, because I'm confused?

 

look first i update from 4.70 to 4.84 then i want to install 4.84 hfw it said you have latest version and i did up date from recovery and it move till i back to ps3 main screen and when i want to hack it said u mast have 4.84 hfw

 

You mean you've thins screen:

What "hack it" means?

 

yes i saw that photo and i meant by hack it hack my ps3

 

I still don't understand what "hack it" means.

 

I still don't understand what "hack it" means.

what iam trying to say i installed 4.84 ofw then install hfw from recovery but when i go to ps3xploit to hack my ps3 it said you mast have 4.84 hfw is there a way to hack my ps3 while i have 4.84 ofw

 

what iam trying to say i installed 4.84 ofw then install hfw from recovery but when i go to ps3xploit to hack my ps3 it said you mast have 4.84 hfw is there a way to hack my ps3 while i have 4.84 ofw

Maybe for start read this:
https://www.psx-place.com/threads/hacking-the-ps3.10718/.
After that tell me exactly what "hack it", "hack PS3" means.

 

Maybe for start read this:
https://www.psx-place.com/threads/hacking-the-ps3.10718/.
After that tell me exactly what "hack it", "hack PS3" means.

yes hack my ps3 but i have not found a way to hack my 4.84 ofw

 

hi i try to update my PS3 to the HFW 4.84.2

My PS3 : 4.84 : CECHG03 this ver can i jailbreak ?
how can i install it ?
i tray to install from safe mode and don't work

 

hello i install 4.84 hfw and i went to ps3 nand flasher and when i click initialize exploitation it said successful but when i click patch nand flash memory my ps3 got freeze can u please fix it?

 

I would like some help on getting this installed on to my PS3 running 4.84 I have already done the flash484 exploit from ps3xploit just earlier and it was successful, i am having issues on installing the FW to the Ps3 and it's bugging the hell out of me, please send help.