PS4 PS4 5.05 Kernel Exploit released by @SpecterDev - including Homebrew Payloads !!!

After the first announcement for a Kernel Exploit incoming for System Firmware 5.05, Developer @SpecterDev "has been true to one's word" by releasing the announced Kernel Exploit (PS4 Hack) for System Firmware 5.05 (& 5.07). This is some Great News not because of a newer System Firmware is now exploitable, but it could be a giant stride towards great evolution for getting more and more Homebrew Applications available - as already previewed before. Those mentioned "Tools" weren't fully released yet by the time of this writing but a full release should be available in the near future. This Release however also includes several Payloads and other useful Patches, as you can check them down below.​

Screenshot from the 5.05 Kernel Exploit in Action - including some funny "Warning" Notes (Picture Credits by @qwertyoruiopz)​

Ps4 5.05 Kernel Exploit Dev Tweets Demo Videos PS4 Homebrew Toolchain Releases for 5.05

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  PS4 5.05 / 5.07 Kernel Exploit​
  Summary
  
  • In this project you will find a full implementation of the second "bpf" kernel exploit for the PlayStation 4 on 5.05. It will allow you to run arbitrary code as kernel, to allow jailbreaking and kernel-level modifications to the system. This exploit also contains autolaunching code for Mira and Vortex's HEN payload. Subsequent loads will launch the usual payload launcher. This bug was discovered by qwertyoruiopz, and can be found hosted on his website here.
  
  Patches Included
  
  • The following patches are made by default in the kernel ROP chain:
  1. Disable kernel write protection
  2. Allow RWX (read-write-execute) memory mapping
  3. Syscall instruction allowed anywhere
  4. Dynamic Resolving (sys_dynlib_dlsym) allowed from any process
  5. Custom system call #11 (kexec()) to execute arbitrary code in kernel mode
  6. Allow unprivileged users to call setuid(0) successfully. Works as a status check, doubles as a privilege escalation.
  Payloads included
  
  1. Vortex's HEN (Homebrew Enabler)
  2. Mira
  
  Note: The page will crash on successful kernel exploitation, this is normal​
  
  Contributors - Massive credits to the following:
  
  • qwertyoruiopz
  • Flatz
  • Vortex
  • OpenOrbis Team
  • Anonymous
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  @SpecterDev Tweet
  

  The 5.05 kernel exploit stack is now released! It includes the kexploit and autolaunches homebrew patches and mira. On subsequent page loads it listens for payloads. Source is up here https://t.co/lUqveOs46A

  
  @SpecterDev Tweet
  

  A few notes on the 5.05 exploit:
  

  1) The page will crash after the kernel exploit successfully runs, this is normal
  2) First load after successful exploitation will autoload HEN and Mira (can get klog by nc [ps4 ip] 9998
  3) Subsequent loads go to the usual payload launcher.​

  
  ‏@qwertyoruiopz - Tweet
  

  ps4 5.05 kernel exploit (BPF setf double free) implementation by @SpecterDev: http://crack.bargains/505k (incl. Mira + XVortexHEN)

  
  @SpecterDev Tweet
  

  From what I'm seeing it seems 5.05 and 5.07 (a rare firmware) webkit and kernel binaries may be identical, so release should work on both

  
  @SpecterDev Tweet
  

  Just to put this out there - I know some are having issues with the system black screening when rebooting out of sleep mode, though I believe this is an issue with Mira, not the exploit itself. It's on the to-do list. Hold power button down for ~10s to force shutdown and reboot.

  
  @SpecterDev Tweet (July 13)
  

  Took me a bit longer than I'd hoped - but the PS4 5.05 Kernel Exploit writeup has now been published . If you have any suggestions for clarity or corrections, please add the issue to the GitHub repo or reply them to this tweet:
  https://github.com/Cryptogenic/Exploit-Writeups/blob/master/FreeBSD/PS4 5.05 BPF Double Free Kernel Exploit Writeup.md

  
  
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  Various Demonstration from around the Scene.​
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  @SpecterDev Tweet
  

  Here's a roadmap on projected tools and such for homebrew development on the PS4. Green = done, Yellow = in progress, Red = not started >>> Ps4 Homebrew Toolchain Roadmap.

  
  Tools
  
  • Oni Auto Installer
  • Oni Framework
  • Mira Framework
  • Console Output Viewer
  • Mira Companion App
    
  • Debugger
  • Remote Viewer
  • Screenshot Capture
  • FTP Explorer
  • Theme Editor
  
  Building
  
  • LLVM Linker
  • Fake PKG Generator
  • PARAM.SFO Editor
  
  Polish/End User Friendliness
  
  • 5.05 Exploit Page W/ Mira Autoload
  • Built-In App Auto-jailbreak / Auto-unsandboxing via Mira
  • Remote PKG Installing
  • Homebrew Store
  • Persistence
  
  Bugs
  
  • MKDIR Mira Bug
  • Mira crashes system rebooting from sleep mode
  • Notification Code (Not Working)
  
  Suggestions
  
  
  
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  Homebrew Enabler (External-HDD Support) (by xvortex)
  
  • For firmware v5.05 - Make fpkg installer working with external HDD (kudos to flatz for ShellCore offset)
  
  Psxitarch Linux: (by PSXITA Team)
  
  • Psxitarch is a linux distribution for PS4 based on Arch Linux, developed to be light, with low resource usage and easy to install. It includes the graphics drivers (radeon drm, radeonsi) needed to use 3D hardware video acceleration, kernel 4.14.14, support for * bluetooth, * wi-fi, ethernet and USB sound cards. INSTALLED APPLICATIONS, Window manager: jwm, Terminals: lxterminal, xterm, Web Browser: midori, Network Manager: wicd, File manager: pcmanfm, Emulators/Games: steam, retroarch (MULTI EMU), mupen64plus (N64), snes9x (SNES), epsxe (PSX), ppsspp (PSP), Utilities: playonlinux (Gui for wine), leafpad (Text editor), htop (System monitor), xreader (PDF viewer), xarchiver (Archive manager), blueman (Bluetooth manager), Multimedia: gpicview (Img viewer), xnoise (Audio/video player) ADDITIONAL DETAILS & DOWNOADS @ OFFICIAL WEBSITE >>> LINK
  
  PS4 Linux Loader Payload (by valentinbreiz)
  
  • Updated support for the newest System Firmware 5.05 Kernel Exploit that let you run Linux on your PS4.
  
  reactPSPLUS Payload (by Zer0xFF)
  
  • Have a PS Plus Subscription? but can't access your game collection being on a lower firmware and games have reach its expiration for signing into PSN for re-activation, Well, hopefully with this payload it will help you play those games once again. May need a few updates to make all games play as some reports did surface but to early to tell if user error or a issue with the tool that an update will fix.
  
  UI Mod 0.3 Custom Home Menu for 5.05 (by e✘treme)
  
  • Transparent Content Icons / Title Names changed / Location changed for fPKGs / Removed some Icons / Custom User Avatar / Custom Background Music
  
  PS2 Classic GUI (Tool) (by TheDarkProgrammer)
  
  • This utility did not need an update for 5.05 Support, but is a useful tool for preparing a PS2 (Classic) PKG on your exploited PS4, Play your PS2 Collection by preparing your own PS2 PKGs.
  
  PS4 Exploit Host (by Al-Azif)
  
  • A great solution for hosting the exploit on your own LAN connection, no need to rely on a 3rd party site hosting the exploit this handy utility has alot of great features . UPDATE @eXtreme has created a custom playground based on this release (hosting on his website and adding new visuals (and all payloads from Al-Azif's collection) take a look >>> LINK to PS4Brew 5.05 Playground
  
  PS4 Trainer By TylerM
  
  • Here is a trainer for PS4 that I have been working on and it is not 100% just like PS4 modding isn't. I will NOT be adding GTA or COD to this tool. I hope everyone likes it and finds it helpful.YOU MUST ENABLE MIRA+HEN FIRST TO INJECT THE PAYLOAD It is possible these cheats work for different CUSA's. Just have to try and see. If you make a working .cht file. (Pointers preferred) I will add them. I just need you to provide CUSA and game version
  
  X-PROJECT (XMB SELF HOST PROJECT) 5.05 by KiiWii (aka defaultdnb
  
  • Aims to be the AIO customizable toolbox for all your PS4 payload needs on FW 5.05
  
  
  
  
  Development Releases​
  
  PS4Debug (Dev Use) (by Xemio)
  
  • A debugger with support for the PlayStation 4! Have a look at blank for a little example! I hope someone will come along and make a full featured debugger with this framework. Currently supports firmware 5.05 only!
  liborbis (by OrbisDev)
  
  • Libraries and samples for PlayStation 4 (updated to 5.05) >>> http://www.psx-place.com/threads/liborbis-libraries-and-samples-for-playstation-4.18755/
  PS4SDK (bypsxdev)
  
  • via ReadMe" ps4sdk is a modular open source SDK for the PS4 with userland and kernel support.The SDK currently supports most of the standard C library, various FreeBSD 9.0 userland and kernel, as well as some SCE functions. It is designed to be adaptable to new firmwares and entry points and new reverse engineered functions can be integrated into the SDK, by adding headers, function signatures and their names to the list of function stubs. Currently, running user and kernel code on firmwares ~5.05 is supported"
  
  
  Are we missing something???? let us know in the comments below.​

Direct Link to the 5.05 Kernel Exploit (visit from PS4): >>> Click Here <<<
or
for an unofficial version with added payloads / eye candy checkout this link

Source Code: GitHub​

Ps4 Homebrew Toolchain Roadmap >>> Check it out <<<<
Source(s): twitter.com/SpecterDev /(2)/qwertyoruiop
Update: PS4 Write-Up of the 5.05 by SpecterDev
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I see the 5.53/5.55 finish line coming up in the distance..

 

Yeeeeeeessssssssss finally!!!

 

I have my ps4 4.70 and never had connect internet before today but browser not work. Update 5.05 fix it?

 

HEHE did not know you were also writing this also @Roxanne, i seen @kozarovv post and started to edit it for the news ;p Then i frontpaged it and seen yours :p. So i combined ours a bit .. THANKS as always (that was my fault i should of checked before i started )

 

I have my ps4 4.70 and never had connect internet before today but browser not work. Update 5.05 fix it?

unknown. you need a way to deploy the payload whether it's self-hosting or going to a website. at least now, you probably haven't downloaded the latest update which requires a reformat of the hdd if downloaded.

 

I have my ps4 4.70 and never had connect internet before today but browser not work. Update 5.05 fix it?

As the browser does not work you can still use the PS4 manual/guide option to trigger the exploit afaik as it opens in the browser too, the browser can then be enabled by the exploit.

As for updating, Im not sure if its wise to update just yet, I think exploit is being ported to 4.7x, and also I see someone say that 5.01 is a little better so best not to go as far as 5.05. I could be wrong.

 

HEHE did not know you were also writing this also @Roxanne, i seen @kozarovv post and started to edit it for the news ;p Then i frontpaged it and seen yours :p. So i combined ours a bit .. THANKS as always (that was my fault i should of checked before i started )

Yes I saw it, thank you for your help but there is no need to sorry. When then it was my fault because I didn't checked the forum at first if there is a Thread already.

Thank You Again. Now it looks way more beautiful than my version.

 

Hmm now i need to find the 5.05 update pup

 

Yes I saw it, thank you for your help but there is no need to sorry. When then it was my fault because I didn't checked the forum at first if there is a Thread already.

Thank You Again. Now it looks way more beautiful than my version.

No just great team work ..

 

Hmm now i need to find the 5.05 update pup

i believe https://sce.party/ has ps4 firmwares

 

yes, you can still trigger the exploit without the internet. I think it requires a special usb stick. that's going to the guide and whatnot. I have no experience with it. it's a good way to avoid updates though. I'm staying on 4.55 for now 'til it's safe to update.

 

i believe https://sce.party/ has ps4 firmwares

Yup
https://sce.party/?page=firmwares

 

Oh well i always knew 5.05 would come, shame i updated to 5.55

 

Amazing work from these guys.
I appreciate the hard work BIG time thank you

 

Yup

I actually can't download it from that site...
Is there anyone who downloaded the Firmware from the "STACK Storage" site?

 

I once found a 5.00 somewhere, ill try to find it

 

I actually can't download it from that site...
Is there anyone who downloaded the Firmware from the "STACK Storage" site?

Hope this one works for you:
http://drivers.softpedia.com/get/gaming-consoles/Sony/Sony-PlayStation-4-Firmware-5-05.shtml

 

Ok thanks, now idk why download started, using the other link. Thanks a lot

 

It works on 5.07 as well

https://twitter.com/SpecterDev/status/1000853176663265280