Maybe it's premature to ask but any thoughts on the recent exploit to gain root on moto x? I have an updated uscc ver I've been crying in my beer about not being able to root for tether mostly.
Advise holding off upgrading to 4.4.4 in the meantime?
Thanks
Gah I'm sure I posted this in the wrong section accidentally. Must be blind to the delete button tonight too...
sokratz said:
Gah I'm sure I posted this in the wrong section accidentally. Must be blind to the delete button tonight too...
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Worry not - I've requested that it be moved to Q&A...
Anyways YES, updating to 4.4.4 will guarantee that you will NEVER be able to root.
If you want details, see the TowelPieRoot thread (in apps/themes sub-forum). It is already out and confirmed working on 4.4.2 (and SOME 4.4.3 variants). It will allow you to tether.
I am a little confused by your title "fake id exploit"? EDIT: just read up on that exploit...wow! Anyways, that exploit does not appear to be capable of gaining root access on a device that doesn't already have the su binary installed. I could definitely be mistaken about that, but after my quick read-up on the details, it appears to only allow one app to masquerade as another. This would appear to mean that an app could only gain root access (once again), if the device is already rooted (su binary installed). It COULD, however, allow a malicious app to bypass a control app like SuperSU, by claiming to be another app you have already granted su access to.
Regardless, my previous statements still apply: see the TowelPieRoot thread if you are interested in rooting...
Good Luck
sokratz said:
Maybe it's premature to ask but any thoughts on the recent exploit to gain root on moto x? I have an updated uscc ver I've been crying in my beer about not being able to root for tether mostly.
Advise holding off upgrading to 4.4.4 in the meantime?
Thanks
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Most devices that have updated Google apps recently won't be able to use that exploit.
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http://www.androidcentral.com/fake-id-and-android-security-updated
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is there a manual root method for this software version? i can't seem to find one. If anyone could point me in the right direction that would be great! thanks!!
dubach said:
is there a manual root method for this software version? i can't seem to find one. If anyone could point me in the right direction that would be great! thanks!!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=847993
here ya go! please hit my thanks meter!~
Just as some general advice: To save yourself from flaming in the future I'd use the search button
Some people on here love to meander into threads like this every once and a while to have fun by hassling the OP surely I'd never do that...lol
kyouko said:
Just as some general advice: To save yourself from flaming in the future I'd use the search button
Some people on here love to meander into threads like this every once and a while to have fun by hassling the OP surely I'd never do that...lol
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+1 Hooorah! on your sig
wel i tried the method that guy told me but i couldn't get it to work...
It worked for me multiple times on multiple devices. I updated ota to the latest software, rooted, installed clock work recovery via rom manager. Then I rebooted and started deleting all the bloatware and other unnecessary junk. Good luck.
One click root apk. Its in the themes and apps section. It will not fail you.
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If you're already rooted, search for the already package zip version of it. It's around here. I think both nfx and that other dude (which name I can't think of) made one.
Here you go! Did it last night again and it works.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=9857985#post9857985
Step by step written in there too...
Hey guys! First of all, thanks to Geohot for this amazing and simple root method for the S5. I, as many of you, have been anxiously awaiting as I was getting fed up with all of the garbage AT&T loaded onto this phone. Secondly, I know there is another thread, but it made sense to me to have a new one for those who have achieved root.
Now that I'm rooted and have SuperSU installed and all is well, I'm looking in system/app via ES File Explorer. There are tons of things in here that I haven't even seen. What are safe to remove? Ex. Knox & associated files, and SecurityManagerService? I'm hoping that's the one that will finally get rid of that awful Security Policies notification. Anyone venture into this so far?
Thanks everyone!! :victory::good:
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Hey guys! First of all, thanks to Geohot for this amazing and simple root method for the S5. I, as many of you, have been anxiously awaiting as I was getting fed up with all of the garbage AT&T loaded onto this phone. Secondly, I know there is another thread, but it made sense to me to have a new one for those who have achieved root.
Now that I'm rooted and have SuperSU installed and all is well, I'm looking in system/app via ES File Explorer. There are tons of things in here that I haven't even seen. What are safe to remove? Ex. Knox & associated files, and SecurityManagerService? I'm hoping that's the one that will finally get rid of that awful Security Policies notification. Anyone venture into this so far?
Thanks everyone!! :victory::good:
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Go here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2783809 I already started working on a list. Have fun, and be sure to freeze if you re in doubt, instead of deleting
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doubled822 said:
Hey guys! First of all, thanks to Geohot for this amazing and simple root method for the S5. I, as many of you, have been anxiously awaiting as I was getting fed up with all of the garbage AT&T loaded onto this phone. Secondly, I know there is another thread, but it made sense to me to have a new one for those who have achieved root.
Now that I'm rooted and have SuperSU installed and all is well, I'm looking in system/app via ES File Explorer. There are tons of things in here that I haven't even seen. What are safe to remove? Ex. Knox & associated files, and SecurityManagerService? I'm hoping that's the one that will finally get rid of that awful Security Policies notification. Anyone venture into this so far?
Thanks everyone!! :victory::good:
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Dude READ the FORUM RULES, you have to SEARCH before opening a new THREAD... there is a THREAD already with that info.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2783809...
cerobles1 said:
Go here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2783809 I already started working on a list. Have fun, and be sure to freeze if you re in doubt, instead of deleting
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Thank you! (Thanks given). When you say freeze, are you referring to the Titanium Backup method?
I did search...I don't know how that one got away from me. Still new to the forums, go easy on me
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When you say freeze, are you referring to the Titanium Backup method?
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Yes
Ambiguous signature with techie jargon and hyperlinks.
Save yourself time and trouble by installing this debloated rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att...cesafestrap-deodexed-extreme-debloat-t2805517
Hi Folks,
I'm a smartphone newbie with an Optimus L90. I have some questions about rooting.
I've seen some articles that say that if you root your device you should be careful of automated ROM updates that will unroot your phone. How do most people approach these updates?
How often are these ROM updates necessary? Could I disable this feature & do this manually every month or so?
What about apps? If I manually updated these about every 2 weeks or month, would that be sufficient?
I realize that if I root this device I should only install trusted apps. To me this would mean Google Apps & Amazon, correct?
Regarding antivirus & security, this phone has LookOut running. I've seen some articles that say antivirus software is unnecessary. What are your thoughts on this? I wanted to change the settings for this program. However, I did not find a LookOut app in the apps area. How can these settings be changed?
Thanks,
Mark
What's the reason to root?
Just be careful and do nothing you don't understand. If possible make a backup of your system.
But first read on XDA and be informed
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Hello Bravho,
I've seen some info on the internet about these devices being more customizable when rooted. Although, you have an excellent point, I might not have to root. I thought maybe there would be a simple way to root & install a custom ROM on my phone. However, it seems in order to do this correctly I'll need to be more familiar with the OS. This means reading more of the posts on this forum & planning.
Thanks for taking the time to reply,
Mark
bravho said:
What's the reason to root?
Just be careful and do nothing you don't understand. If possible make a backup of your system.
But first read on XDA and be informed
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You can use root, but be careful don't do anything you don't understand.
For root: towelroot
Custom roms, read a lot
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mrich72 said:
I've seen some articles that say that if you root your device you should be careful of automated ROM updates that will unroot your phone. How do most people approach these updates?
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Updates for the L90 are NOT automatic, to my knowledge anyway. You must provide approval for the update to install. However, if you decide to flash a custom ROM such as CyanogenMod ( CM ), you won't have to worry about updates from LG
mrich72 said:
How often are these ROM updates necessary? Could I disable this feature & do this manually every month or so?
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ROM updates roll out at irregular intervals, if they roll out at all. LG's L90 LG-D415 hasn't had an update as of yet, but several of the other variants have.
mrich72 said:
What about apps? If I manually updated these about every 2 weeks or month, would that be sufficient?
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Updating your apps is always at your leisure
mrich72 said:
I realize that if I root this device I should only install trusted apps. To me this would mean Google Apps & Amazon, correct?
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That really depends. With that line of thinking you'll have a very narrow list of applications available. If in doubt, don't install.
mrich72 said:
Regarding antivirus & security, this phone has LookOut running. I've seen some articles that say antivirus software is unnecessary. What are your thoughts on this? I wanted to change the settings for this program. However, I did not find a LookOut app in the apps area. How can these settings be changed?
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I've found it to be unnecessary. The only thing you can do to manage LookOut is to uninstall it. You must have root privileges to uninstall as it's installed as a system app.
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mrich72 said:
Hello Bravho,
I've seen some info on the internet about these devices being more customizable when rooted. Although, you have an excellent point, I might not have to root. I thought maybe there would be a simple way to root & install a custom ROM on my phone. However, it seems in order to do this correctly I'll need to be more familiar with the OS. This means reading more of the posts on this forum & planning.
Thanks for taking the time to reply,
Mark
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Wow! Sorry, don't see many new people come here that actually have enough foresight to research before jumping in to modding their device. They usually jump straight in to modding without doing any research at all and then someone like me gets to explain how to fix what they messed up. :silly:
Rooting is fairly simple and straight forward. Flashing a custom recovery can be tricky for some as can flashing a ROM.
Im about to be pissed if I cant root this phone. Does any one have any links to rooting:
ATT S6 5.0.2
LRX22G.G920AUCU2AOF3
Nothing???
hmmm. crap I will just have to take this phone back
Use the search button.
No there is currently no root method for of3. I don't understand why people just can't answer a question instead of telling users to "use the search button". This forum is for helping other users out, and I don't mean by telling them to search. If it pisses you off then just ignore the question, That simple. The time it took you to type out "use the search button" you could have answered his question.
It doesn't annoy me at all. It's better that people develop the skills to support themselves, rather than expecting to be spoonfed the answer.
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It doesn't annoy me at all. It's better that people develop the skills to support themselves, rather than expecting to be spoonfed the answer.
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This. It's teaching you to fish, rather than giving you a fish. And also, this forum is NOT for helping users, it's a development forum. Users should be courteous and respect the forum rules, which includes searching before posting.
He actually is in the Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting not in the development section, Now I don't mean to be an @$$ just my two cents.
benbailey84 said:
He actually is in the Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting not in the development section, Now I don't mean to be an @$$ just my two cents.
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The entire forum is a development forum.
Ah, no. the AT&T galaxy S6 Forum has seven forums, three of which are development. There are differences. Q & A is SUPPOSED to be more beginner friendly.
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Ah, no. the AT&T galaxy S6 Forum has seven forums, three of which are development. There are differences. Q & A is SUPPOSED to be more beginner friendly.
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Thank you. I agree 100%.
not yet
as of todays date 09/23/15
no root yet for OF3 , or OF4
im stuck waiting for pingpong to get it
Since pingpong is a root method that exploits something that's since been patched in OF3+, I'd expect if at all ever a different method or exploit. I'm with ya, I was working with the team who was trying to unlock the BL and I lost root in the process having to flash OF3 over OE2 to get my phone working again. It sucks without root ;-/ but those are the risks we take for the community
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Since pingpong is a root method that exploits something that's since been patched in OF3+, I'd expect if at all ever a different method or exploit. I'm with ya, I was working with the team who was trying to unlock the BL and I lost root in the process having to flash OF3 over OE2 to get my phone working again. It sucks without root ;-/ but those are the risks we take for the community
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Thanks for your willingness to risk your device for the benefit of the community. Hopefully something will be found for the new builds.
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Hello fellow xda devs and users, I just made a new account to ask a question about root I just saw for the Gs6 on The Android Soul, I just want someone to verify if its true that this root work or not here is the link they said it will void your warranty so be careful if you are going to test it theandroidsoul . c o m /how-to-root-att-galaxy-s6-s6-edge-and-s6-edge-plus-90169/
couldnt post full link since Im new user but just remove the spaces and insert it in your browser
The package you posted uses the same package that @metalcated uses in his rooting tutorial. However, the one you posted does not include SuperSU.
Sniper99Assassin said:
Hello fellow xda devs and users, I just made a new account to ask a question about root I just saw for the Gs6 on The Android Soul, I just want someone to verify if its true that this root work or not here is the link they said it will void your warranty so be careful if you are going to test it theandroidsoul . c o m /how-to-root-att-galaxy-s6-s6-edge-and-s6-edge-plus-90169/
couldnt post full link since Im new user but just remove the spaces and insert it in your browser
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Doesn't look as if it will do full foot at all beyond adb root. It does say to install SuperSU from the play store but that's been attempted and does not work. Also to note that the post also says to "Step 5.*Enable*OEM unlock*on your device." - This does not work on AT&T Samsung phones, the option does not even exist on my phone itself.
shichemt said:
The package you posted uses the same package that @metalcated uses in his rooting tutorial. However, the one you posted does not include SuperSU.
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I tried it.
It will give you ADB root access only.
This method will force you to reenter your wifi information everytime you reboot or lose the wifi signal. There was another issue but I have tried so many root methods I forgot what it was.
TLDR; Don't bother with it. Use Metalcated's method
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