PPPwn is now compatible with new firmware versions: FW 7.00, 7.01, and 7.02, thanks to EchoStretch. Additionally, jakiki6 has made minor adjustments to the exploit’s compilation settings. These changes improve stability and reduce crash risks. The updates apply to stage1.bin and stage2.bin, and similar fixes may be added to the stage2.bin used by GoldHEN.
At the same time, many users are still struggling to run the exploit on their machines. It seems that certain PS4 models may have issues with the exploit. If you are experiencing this problem, Zecoxao is discussing it here, for example.
What is PPPwn?
PPPwn is a jailbreak chain for the PS4, created by TheFloW. It uses an old public vulnerability in a FreeBSD Network driver (sppp). This vulnerability was either never patched or reintroduced on the PS4. More details on how this affects the PS4 can be found on HackerOne.
PPPwn works on firmware versions up to 11.00. There are implementations for firmwares 7.00 to 11.00. Users on firmware 9.00 or below can still use the previous jailbreak, pOOBs4.
Some users are stuck on a specific firmware and cannot upgrade their consoles due to the “NoBD” issue:
Your PS4 is said to be “NoBD” if its BluRay drive is missing or has been damaged. If you have such a “NoBD” console, you probably already know (or will soon discover) that you cannot update your PS4 Firmware anymore. This is annoying for multiple reasons, if only for the fact that there is no legit technical reason for this limitation on the PS4 firmware. You could still technically use the PS4 for a lot of other things, including digital game downloads, but the PlayStation gods have decided otherwise.
maybe or maybe not solution to KASLR defeat crash https://t.co/te3lI9hhze
— Jose Coixao (@notnotzecoxao) May 18, 2024
It’s up to the community to fix this mess, and make it technically possible to update your firmware to the latest and greatest, by bypassing a few checks during installation of the firmware. These techniques are typically referred to as “NoBD updaters”.
Including a kernel exploit for lower firmwares, like 8.50, gives users more options to upgrade their consoles if needed. This is one advantage of porting an exploit to multiple firmware versions.
Currently, PPPwn is a full jailbreak for PS4 firmware 11.00 and below. With Custom Firmware GoldHEN recently ported, users on firmware 11.00 can enjoy all the benefits of a jailbroken PS4. For those on firmware 11.02 or 11.50, here is the current status.
PPPwn has been improved since its release, especially with a port to C++. This has greatly increased the exploit’s speed and made it possible to run from various devices, such as Raspberry Pi, or even your TV or router.
GoldHEN on PPPwn
Sistr0’s Custom Firmware for PS4, GoldHEN, has recently been released for PS4 11.00. It’s likely the first thing you’ll want to run on your newly exploited PS4.
GoldHEN is a Homebrew ENabler for the PS4, full of features. It works like a custom firmware for the PS4. It includes a remote package installer, an FTP server, and a binLoader. Once you jailbreak your PS4, GoldHEN is the only thing you need to have many options available.
GoldHEN also supports plugins, cheats, and patches. It provides easy access to online repositories for game mods.
Download PPPwn
https://github.com/TheOfficialFloW/PPPwn – The official PPPwn exploit chain by TheFlow. This is the latest version, but it’s a Python implementation, which is slower than C++.
https://github.com/xfangfang/PPPwn_cpp – The most widely used C++ version by xfangfang. Recommended if you are experienced.
Hardware-specific implementations:
https://github.com/zauceee/PPLGPwn – PPLGPwn lets you hack your PS4 from an LG TV.
https://github.com/stooged/PI-Pwn – PI-Pwn by Stooged runs PPPwn from a Raspberry Pi.
https://github.com/FalsePhilosopher/PPPwnWRT – PPPwnWRT runs the exploit from compatible OpenWRT routers.
https://www.sendspace.com/file/ekuzfo – PPPwnGUI 1.7.1 by Modded Warfare, for Windows users. Ideal if you don’t like the command line. Includes QoL features.
Troubleshooting PPPwn
If you are having trouble running PPPwn, try using one of the many GUI tools available. For example, Modded Warfare’s PPPwn GUI might help.
What we think?
I tried the new PPPwn exploit on my PS4, and it’s much better now. It’s stable and supports more firmware versions, including 7.00, 7.01, and 7.02. My PS4 didn’t crash like before. GoldHEN works great with it, too.
If you’re having issues, check the PPPwn GUI by Modded Warfare. It’s easy to use. Overall, PPPwn is now more reliable and user-friendly for jailbreaking PS4s.
