anyone willing to test latest firmwares root ? - Xperia Z Android Development

Greetings.
there is some chinese root applications : kingoroot,vroot ( seems kingoroot "steal" method from vroot or vise versa )
anyway, this stuff, beside root, install few applications and kinda download something from somewhere.
i'm extracted their root method,cleaned it from encryption and repackaged it as standalone application, which is definitely not install any stuff, except su and busybox
i don't know on which phones and firmwares it works, but it is definitely work on latest 4.x firmwares, i'm tested with xperia t,tx,e,tipo,s, etc.
so grab it, extract it into any folder and run root.cmd
you must enable usb debugging in phone settings and adb driver should be installed, of course ( grab one from http://developer.sonymobile.com/downloads/drivers/ )
anti-ric daemon included in package as well and installed automatically.
Mod edit: Removed.

hmm, seems there is no such users

I already rooted my 6603 10.31.A..2.67 with Kingo, so I can't root again with your cleaned toolkit.
What applications are installed by Kingo, as far as u know? I found no obvious installed apps.

Choop said:
I already rooted my 6603 10.31.A..2.67 with Kingo, so I can't root again with your cleaned toolkit.
What applications are installed by Kingo, as far as u know? I found no obvious installed apps.
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I have seen a number of users make that comment, but I have not seen anyone specify any of these "apps" and I do not see anything new in system/data...

GROGG88 said:
I have seen a number of users make that comment, but I have not seen anyone specify any of these "apps" and I do not see anything new in system/data...
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they install some kind of rooting daemon, but as i can see it is completely safe.
as i understand, users are worried, that original vroot/kingoroot programs actively using internet
so i'm removed crypto layers from root exploit program ( so willing developers can get exploit and release it as their own in new program ) , removed "protection" check, add anti-ric daemon and released package.
it is completely standalone and not require anything, but adb drivers

the_laser said:
they install some kind of rooting daemon, but as i can see it is completely safe.
as i understand, users are worried, that original vroot/kingoroot programs actively using internet
so i'm removed crypto layers from root exploit program ( so willing developers can get exploit and release it as their own in new program ) , removed "protection" check, add anti-ric daemon and released package.
it is completely standalone and not require anything, but adb drivers
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Thank you for providing a little more info. I will unroot and try this later today on ES .67...

worked on 10.3.1.A.2.67_Generic_de.tft clean flash

Worked on 10.3.1.A.2.67_Generic_ES.ftf. Good work! We'll see how it performs with 4.3 upon arrival...

btw, this root working not only on c660x phones, but on many others : i'm tested on latest firmwares for lt29,lt30,st21,st26,c150x,c160x,c210x
and i'm think it will nicely work on c550x,c530x and so on
though, i'm heavily doubt that it will work on 4.3 ...

this worked on my Xperia Z C6606 with 4.2 firmware (build 10.3.1.E.0.191)

Tested. Works perfectly on a Bell (C6616) Xperia Z

Teslarage said:
Tested. Works perfectly on a Bell (C6616) Xperia Z
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so, it is confirmed that it will work on any android, which using kernel [3.0 .. 3.5.4]
bug is fixed in 3.5.5

Does anyone try to root xperia SP with this tool? My friend try to root his SP, and after rebooting, there were no supersu and busybox.

OK so it should work on this? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=47737253
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6606) 10.3.1.E.0.191_T-Mobile_US

superlantern said:
OK so it should work on this? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=47737253
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6606) 10.3.1.E.0.191_T-Mobile_US
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yes, should be no probs.
in fact, there will be no probs in any way - either it will work or not

Benjoy Ericsson said:
Does anyone try to root xperia SP with this tool? My friend try to root his SP, and after rebooting, there were no supersu and busybox.
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hard to tell, what your friend did.
but exploit is not fixed in any android firmware with kernel version [ 3.0 ... 3.4.4 ] - so this tool as any other, based on get_user/set_user problems, should work.

Method 1 works,
method 2 doesnt work for me.
I tried method 2 first tho. but didnt work, so i go for method 1, and it works. thanks for sharing

thanks man, It works with latest firmware

NeuroticallyYou said:
this worked on my Xperia Z C6606 with 4.2 firmware (build 10.3.1.E.0.191)
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how were you able to turn on usb debugging?

barevole said:
how were you able to turn on usb debugging?
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Settings>About phone then tap on the "Build number" multiple times to unlock developer mode. Then Settings>Developer options and check the box for "USB debugging".

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Xperia T not rooting?

Hello forums!
Well, this my be a noob-like question, or not, I have no idea. So, here it goes...
My Sony Xperia T does not want to be rooted no matter what method I use. Bootlocker unlock is not allowed, but I have seen many root when they have this too, so it's not that causing the problem.
I used DoomLord's rooting toolkit first of all, to be told by the application that my phone LT30p is not accepted, even though the root includes that phone...
I then used Bin4ry's root with restore, and once again, that didn't work. I was taken to the service menu and had to click on Display, but that didn't work. The rooting toolkit just didn't do anything, just sat there...
Then I tried SRS Root, and that didn't work either.
I have PC companion, and I have USB Debugging and Unknown sources all enabled AND I have the ADB drivers... what is the problem!
This has been bugging me for a long time, I could do with some help!
Thanks in advance,
Joe.
Install ADB Driver first -_-
What is your OS on PC ?
Yenkazu said:
Install ADB Driver first -_-
What is your OS on PC ?
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Yeah I have installed the ADB Driver, and I am running Windows 8.
CommandoOS said:
Yeah I have installed the ADB Driver, and I am running Windows 8.
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Known issue, ADB driver cannot working under Windows 8
Just switch to older OS
Or find another PC without Windows 8 inside
XD
Yenkazu said:
Known issue, ADB driver cannot working under Windows 8
Just switch to older OS
Or find another PC without Windows 8 inside
XD
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Aweeeeesome!
Thanks man, let me go test this on my laptop!
Okay, new problem. On my laptop, I have installed PC Companion, the device drivers have installed but now, when I try to add adb drivers it will not let me, and when I use the ADB Installer, it is not recognizing my device.
CommandoOS said:
Okay, new problem. On my laptop, I have installed PC Companion, the device drivers have installed but now, when I try to add adb drivers it will not let me, and when I use the ADB Installer, it is not recognizing my device.
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Try disable any antivirus or similar program like that
Don't use non specific ADB driver
I guess, installing PCC it's enough
Btw, I never use any Sony software now
The best ADB driver you can find, by using ADB driver from flashtool
XD
Okay well, I got the drivers working (thanks to you) but...
dom...dom. doooooooooooom!
Still not working. For example, when using Bin4ry's root, I get to the part where you have to sit on service tests>display and nothing happens, and after about 10 minutes, it simply says root failed in console, but device does restart, but is not rooted.
CommandoOS said:
Okay well, I got the drivers working (thanks to you) but...
dom...dom. doooooooooooom!
Still not working. For example, when using Bin4ry's root, I get to the part where you have to sit on service tests>display and nothing happens, and after about 10 minutes, it simply says root failed in console, but device does restart, but is not rooted.
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I had same problem as you
I installed flashtool then installed all driver, and i used the root thing on flashtool and it worked perfectly
CommandoOS said:
Okay well, I got the drivers working (thanks to you) but...
dom...dom. doooooooooooom!
Still not working. For example, when using Bin4ry's root, I get to the part where you have to sit on service tests>display and nothing happens, and after about 10 minutes, it simply says root failed in console, but device does restart, but is not rooted.
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Don't use Binary method
Using Doomlord easy root
What the Build number your current OS ?
Yeah I have tried that, even though it clearly says that the Xperia T can be used with it:
Hi, I recently got a Xperia T and couldn't get it to root.
After messing around I finally got it to Root. What I had to do was use Bin4ry's root method first choosing option 2.
Once that was done, I then had to use Doomlord's easy root. After that was done I ran SU which deleted the version from Bin4ry's root and success, my phone was rooted.
I don't know why I have to use Bin4ry's method and the Dommlord's but I do know the only way to get my phone to root is by doing both root methods starting with Bin4ry's first.
I know for a fact this is the case because I re-flashed my phone to stock, trying different methods, in different orders. The only way to get it to root was to do Bin4ry's and then Doomlord's one after the other.
Tried it, it didn't work for me Thanks anyway dude.
CommandoOS said:
Tried it, it didn't work for me Thanks anyway dude.
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Sorry Mate
Just use this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2378400
I already am running that firmware?
CommandoOS said:
I already am running that firmware?
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It's a little different
Already rooted
=)
Just find what suitable for you
Odexed or Deodexed
How do I add it. I am new to this, I understand I must seem like a noob but I guess everyone has to start somewhere.
Could you please tell me how I can add it safely?
CommandoOS said:
How do I add it. I am new to this, I understand I must seem like a noob but I guess everyone has to start somewhere.
Could you please tell me how I can add it safely?
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you must downgrade to JB firmware that can be rooted using Binary or Doomlord method
After that, root, install CWM for locked bootloader
Then, follow instruction from the OP ( link above )
Just Google if you need more information
Yes but how can I downgrade? What do I need to do? I have looked for tutorials, I can't seem to find any.
CommandoOS said:
Yes but how can I downgrade? What do I need to do? I have looked for tutorials, I can't seem to find any.
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All in One Thread
Just find what info you need
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1903137

[Q] Root C3506 FIDO (CANADA)?

I just got this today, and would have wanted to root the device... However, the current root methods seem to not work. Additionally, according to the service menu, this device can't have an unlock bootloader.
Model: C3506
Baseband: 8960A-AAAAATAZQ-40031007-09
Kernel: 3.4.0-perf-g1285c6c-01119-g8145734
Build: 12.0.A.1.284
Bootloader unlock allowed: NO
I tried the this method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2329208
seems to have "worked" but neither the su binary nor the superuser app was installed.
I am not sure if it is "safe" to perform the new root method because the kernels are for the 02 and 03 variation of the device.
Any insights?
zaghy2zy said:
I just got this today, and would have wanted to root the device... However, the current root methods seem to not work. Additionally, according to the service menu, this device can't have an unlock bootloader.
Model: C3506
Baseband: 8960A-AAAAATAZQ-40031007-09
Kernel: 3.4.0-perf-g1285c6c-01119-g8145734
Build: 12.0.A.1.284
Bootloader unlock allowed: NO
I tried the this method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2329208
seems to have "worked" but neither the su binary nor the superuser app was installed.
I am not sure if it is "safe" to perform the new root method because the kernels are for the 02 and 03 variation of the device.
Any insights?
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For ur model C5306 i think will be nice if u take a look: HERE
EDIT: Sometimes u have to do the process 2 times for see the SU app :highfive:
(Follow all the steps properly it will work, also make sure adb drivers are installed (If u install Sony PC Companion and connect ur phone with usb debugging on, adb drivers are automatically installed) also when before executing runme_win.bat, make sure u exit all other adb related program like Sony PC Companion, Flashtool, etc.)
Joku1981 said:
For ur model C5306 i think will be nice if u take a look: HERE
EDIT: Sometimes u have to do the process 2 times for see the SU app :highfive:
(Follow all the steps properly it will work, also make sure adb drivers are installed (If u install Sony PC Companion and connect ur phone with usb debugging on, adb drivers are automatically installed) also when before executing runme_win.bat, make sure u exit all other adb related program like Sony PC Companion, Flashtool, etc.)
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Oooohhh! Thanks! I'll do that, then I'll report back here... So it just like a matter of hitting it again for it to stick... Right? I remember being instructed like that in the froyo/gb era...
Sorry for the double post but..... IT WORKED! doing it twice (well once, but this is my second try since the first time around) definitely made it work! Cheers!
zaghy2zy said:
Sorry for the double post but..... IT WORKED! doing it twice (well once, but this is my second try since the first time around) definitely made it work! Cheers!
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It was the same for me it took two attempts
Sent from my C5303 using xda app-developers app
Im happy it worked :highfive:
zaghy2zy said:
Sorry for the double post but..... IT WORKED! doing it twice (well once, but this is my second try since the first time around) definitely made it work! Cheers!
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Did you check the model number of your phone after you root it?
Thanks Joku1981, I succeded to root it in the first run.
Does anyone know if I can update firmware for Fido Model: C3506 Build: 12.0.A.1.284 to 12.0.A.2.254 ?
I tried pc companion, or update from the phone, but there is no update for this model???

[Q] root locked bootloader ZR

hello
i want to root A.2.67 firmware but my bootloader is locked
so can some1 provide me with the previous version of kernel so i can flash that kernel and root my device
coz i tried with the kernel file or ZL which did not worked it crashed my phone
and i couldnot find the kernel for ZR
so please help
thanks
sanket_naik08 said:
hello
i want to root A.2.67 firmware but my bootloader is locked
so can some1 provide me with the previous version of kernel so i can flash that kernel and root my device
coz i tried with the kernel file or ZL which did not worked it crashed my phone
and i couldnot find the kernel for ZR
so please help
thanks
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can you just flash a new clena fw? always the best thing to do.
and btw just use vroot or framroot to root 2.67 next time, no need to flash kernels...
shteren said:
can you just flash a new clena fw? always the best thing to do.
and btw just use vroot or framroot to root 2.67 next time, no need to flash kernels...
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Can u just guide me for either of the procedure so that i cn root my phone
Thanks
mybe if you try to Google them you will discover some wonderful things!
Sent from my C5503 using Tapatalk
shteren said:
mybe if you try to Google them you will discover some wonderful things!
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Yeah, nice attitude buddy, but if you google vroot it points you here, where the damn thing is banned.
ToneLa said:
Yeah, nice attitude buddy, but if you google vroot it points you here, where the damn thing is banned.
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only the download link is banned, you can get the file somewhere else, and the guide tells you how to use it, and this one is actually an easier option:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2130276
it roots the nexus 4, which is the same hardware as our zxr, it should work.
shteren said:
only the download link is banned, you can get the file somewhere else, and the guide tells you how to use it, and this one is actually an easier option:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2130276
it roots the nexus 4, which is the same hardware as our zxr, it should work.
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Thanks, I gave this a try.
The two exploits, Aragorn and Gandalf, both fail. "Try another exploit if available. Error 5" Well I gave it a shot. Any advice is welcome
I also want to root my c5503, with a locked bootloader.
I found this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2386405 and according to it i just need a older kernel.
So here are my questions: is the 10.1.1.A.1.310 old enough and does it work with this root method?
How do i get just the kernel out of an existing ftf file?
Thanks for help guys!
Download vroot to your pc and intall, plug your phone run vroot and press green button that says root, that's it, now you can change the superuser app of your choice.
Hope I helped
Sent from my C5502 using xda premium
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CarlitosMendezR said:
Download vroot to your pc and intall, plug your phone run vroot and press green button that says root, that's it, now you can change the superuser app of your choice.
Hope I helped
Sent from my C5502 using xda premium
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Not really. Vroot is no longer available anywhere.
Thanks for the hint, but i don't trust in vroot...
try kingo root
Made in ZR
I finally managed to root with the following steps:
1) flashed the .310 Nordic ftf
2) used doomlords exploid v18
3) ota updates to vers .67 --> root still persists
I also tried to flash only the 310 kernel (like rooting the description from the z says), but that ended up in a bootloop with the Sony logo. -no idea why!
wihushae said:
I finally managed to root with the following steps:
1) flashed the .310 Nordic ftf
2) used doomlords exploid v18
3) ota updates to vers .67 --> root still persists
I also tried to flash only the 310 kernel (like rooting the description from the z says), but that ended up in a bootloop with the Sony logo. -no idea why!
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how did you enable the ota update on rooted .310? I temporarily disabled it with ota preserver but nothing happens.
I didn't had to enable it, it was enabled by default!
I just gave the ota update after the root a try and it just worked...
wihushae said:
I didn't had to enable it, it was enabled by default!
I just gave the ota update after the root a try and it just worked...
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It thinks it's already updated for me. so is there no way to enable it?
EDIT: Never mind, managed to fix it: It turns out I was trying to upgrade from the global version of .310; reflashing to the Hong-Kong version allowed me to update.
wihushae said:
I finally managed to root with the following steps:
1) flashed the .310 Nordic ftf
2) used doomlords exploid v18
3) ota updates to vers .67 --> root still persists
I also tried to flash only the 310 kernel (like rooting the description from the z says), but that ended up in a bootloop with the Sony logo. -no idea why!
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can you share .310 ftf
which would help me to root
Have a look here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2465088
Download VRoot - Click Here to Download..
I rooted Xperia ZR 10.31.A.2.67 with locked bootloader, and its say ok.
But when i mount system the phone is rebooting,
How can i fix this?
I try install remountrebootfix but its say installed but teh phone still rebooting when i mount system.
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I rooted Xperia ZR 10.31.A.2.67 with locked bootloader, and its say ok.
But when i mount system the phone is rebooting,
How can i fix this?
I try install remountrebootfix but its say installed but teh phone still rebooting when i mount system.

[ROOT TOOL] Root 10.3.1.A.2.67 / 10.3.1.A.2.74 and many others

キューブキューブ @ cubeundcube created root tool for Xperia Z C6603 10.3.1.A.2.67 and many other devices.
His root tools uses two exploit - one is master key exploit (bug 9950697), another one is CVE-2013-6282.
No internet connection is required.
Xperia Z C6603/C6602 10.3.1.A.2.67 / 10.3.1.A.2.74 / 10.3.1.A.0.244
(Other confirmed devices: Thread in Cross-Device Development)
Z 10.4.B.0.569 couldn't be rooted with both exploit, so these root tools cannot be used with newer devices/firmwares than Z1 .257.
--- bug 9950697 ---
You can download root tool from Japanese website,
http://cubeundcube.blogspot.jp/2013/11/xperiarootz-so-02e-so-04e.html
find "rootkitZ_20131112.zip" and download.
--- CVE-2013-6282 ---
You can download from this tweet.
https://mobile.twitter.com/cubeundcube/status/409191968795680770
*** Setup adb and enable USB debugging and Unknown Sources ***
Extract zip and run install.bat and follow the instructions.
If your device reboot and cmd says "完了しました" or "--- all finished ---", rooting is done.
If this roo tool helps you, please consider donating to him via Paypal.
Is this another fly-by-night app like Kingoroot? Does it need internet connection to do the root exploit (and probably connect to the Mother Ship, somewhere in China)? If does, then it'll get banned by the forum admins. This Kingo Root app has been trying every sneaky underhand method to enter into this forum.......
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Cookie Ninja said:
Is this another fly-by-night app like Kingoroot? Does it need internet connection to do the root exploit (and probably connect to the Mother Ship, somewhere in China)? If does, then it'll get banned by the forum admins. This Kingo Root app has been trying every sneaky underhand method to enter into this forum.......
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Didn't you download it?
It's not exe and uses one master key exploit.
No internet connection is required.
I did. Didn't use it AS yet. Maybe I'll try it on the wife's Xperia ZL and check....(sandboxed, just in case)..... Amy source codes /gits available? What exploit does it use?
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I did. Didn't use it AS yet. Maybe I'll try it on the wife's Xperia ZL and check....(sandboxed, just in case)..... Amy source codes /gits available? What exploit does it use?
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It uses master key exploit (bug 9950697).
There is no source, but you can open ***.sh with text editor and decompile ***.apk and see smali.
Works!
Does it without internet connection. Avira does not find the zip package or the unzipped root folder/files within as malicious or suspicious.
Great find OP, and thanks for this thread.
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Hi
I've tried rooting my phone with both doomlord's method and this method but I can't get root! I'm on .67 right now does anyone have any idea how to fix this? mine is a C6603.
thanks
okgo said:
Hi
I've tried rooting my phone with both doomlord's method and this method but I can't get root! I'm on .67 right now does anyone have any idea how to fix this? mine is a C6603.
thanks
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Did you install adb driver and enable usb debugging and Unknown sources?
RyokoN said:
キューブキューブ @ cubeundcube created rootkit for Xperia Z C6603 10.3.1.A.2.67 and many other devices.
This rootkit uses one master key exploit (bug 9950697).
No internet connection is required.
Here is the confirmed list:
(If you find other devices/firmware can be rooted with this rootkit, please let me know.)
・Xperia Z C6603 10.3.1.A.2.67
・Xperia ZL C6502
・Xperia Tablet Z SGP311JP/SGP312 10.3.1.C.0.136
・Xperia V LT25i 9.1.A.1.140
・Xperia AX SO-01E 9.1.C.1.103
・Xperia Z SO-02E 10.3.1.B.0.256
・Xperia Tablet Z SO-03E 10.1.E.0.305
・Xpeira A/MIKU SO-04E 10.3.1.B.0.256
・Xpeira UL SOL22 10.2.F.3.81
・Xperia GX SO-04D 9.1.C.1.103
(For Z1, you can use this rootkit.)
You can download rootkit from Japanese website,
http://cubeundcube.blogspot.jp/2013/11/xperiarootz-so-02e-so-04e.html
find "rootkitZ_20131112.zip" and download.
* Enable USB debugging and Unknown Sources first*
Extract zip and run install.bat.
If your device reboot and cmd says "完了しました", rooting is done.
If this rookit helps you, please consider donating to him via Paypal.
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I have downloded this files, It seems legit. this method is somewhat similar to Doomlords method, however this uses 3rd masterkey Bug to root, while doomlord used 2nd masterkey bug, if i am not wrong. Accordingly this should work in most of the devices as none of the manufacturers have fixed this Masterkey bug.
works great , thanks
working...
thanks man,
works like charm on my c6602 4.2.2 10.3.1.A.2.67
OK so this works. But sure as hell made me worry as to WTF was it doing, based on the DOS command prompt box output... Seems to be written for output in Japanese Script.
Didi it first in sandboxed mode and second time rooted with WiFi and Internet OffF. Avira found no malicious scripts, and the firewall detected no ports being used by the programme.
Attached Screnshot, which was confusing, to say the least...
I reflashed stock rom using SUS and updated apps using TB (after rooting, as in above post with screenshot). However, after rebooting, I got a very curious error message (seems to be a multiple google activation ID restore by TB). Anyone experienced this before, and what's the solution?
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Strange
Cookie Ninja said:
I reflashed stock rom using SUS and updated apps using TB (after rooting, as in above post with screenshot). However, after rebooting, I got a very curious error message (seems to be a multiple google activation ID restore by TB). Anyone experienced this before, and what's the solution?
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Never seen such an error. So u rooted successfully. without any problems, however you got an error after returning to stock?? now thats interesting? You can fix it if you have TWRP recovery Installed by fixing permission as per various threads only TWRP method works and not CWM. and would you check bootloader status in service menu?
Bootloader status is Unlockable. Hovever running on Locked Bootloader (Not Unlocked from Sony, DRM & BE still available).
How do you remove root? In SU app there is option to remove it, is this safe? Will factory reset remove it? Thanks in advanced.
kutenkind said:
How do you remove root? In SU app there is option to remove it, is this safe? Will factory reset remove it? Thanks in advanced.
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Factory reset won't remove root. you can either flash stock Rom or use the option in su. If you don't mind losing data it's better to flash
Sent from my C6502 using xda app-developers app
not working for me
Hmmm. I installed the Sony developer drivers found here:
http://developer.sonymobile.com/downloads/drivers/
I downloaded the rootkit and replaced install.bat with the English version.
I enable Developer mode by tapping build number 7-times...
but still I am stuck at "Waiting for device ..."
Ideas?
hippotek said:
Hmmm. I installed the Sony developer drivers found here:
http://developer.sonymobile.com/downloads/drivers/
I downloaded the rootkit and replaced install.bat with the English version.
I enable Developer mode by tapping build number 7-times...
but still I am stuck at "Waiting for device ..."
Ideas?
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Please try original install.bat to determine cause of this problem is install.bat or not.
Also run "adb kill-server" in command line or stop adb.exe in task manager and tyr again.
hippotek said:
Hmmm. I installed the Sony developer drivers found here:
http://developer.sonymobile.com/downloads/drivers/
I downloaded the rootkit and replaced install.bat with the English version.
I enable Developer mode by tapping build number 7-times...
but still I am stuck at "Waiting for device ..."
Ideas?
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USB debugging turned on in developers option?
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[Q] question Rooting Xperia Z

All,
I am going round in circles, so hopefully someone will be able to point me in the correct direction.
I have an Xperia Z regretably updated to android version : 4.4.2 / kernel version : 3.4.0-perf-g32ce454 / Build number : 10.5.A.0.230.
I wish to root the phone so I can install Avast antivirus / theft and Titianium Pro basically so I can get rid of the dross Apps and protect my data should my phone get stolen.
All I want to do is root the phone , I do not need to install any custom roms.
I have tried Androxyde's Xperia flashing tool v0.9.16.1 which reports my phone cannot be offically unlocked (bootloader?) and also reports "part1 exploit did not work" when trying to root the phone.
Doomlord's Easy Rooting toolkit v18 gets to *start daemon*, *daemon started* and then just sits there.
So does anyone know how to simply get root access for the Xperia Z running 4.4.2 ?
Thanks
Smess
PS I did encrypt my phone and then found you cannot backup your data to your PC, fine idea epic fail.
Now factory reset to remove encryption.
SMessy said:
All,
I am going round in circles, so hopefully someone will be able to point me in the correct direction.
I have an Xperia Z regretably updated to android version : 4.4.2 / kernel version : 3.4.0-perf-g32ce454 / Build number : 10.5.A.0.230.
I wish to root the phone so I can install Avast antivirus / theft and Titianium Pro basically so I can get rid of the dross Apps and protect my data should my phone get stolen.
All I want to do is root the phone , I do not need to install any custom roms.
I have tried Androxyde's Xperia flashing tool v0.9.16.1 which reports my phone cannot be offically unlocked (bootloader?) and also reports "part1 exploit did not work" when trying to root the phone.
Doomlord's Easy Rooting toolkit v18 gets to *start daemon*, *daemon started* and then just sits there.
So does anyone know how to simply get root access for the Xperia Z running 4.4.2 ?
Thanks
Smess
PS I did encrypt my phone and then found you cannot backup your data to your PC, fine idea epic fail.
Now factory reset to remove encryption.
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Rooting does not require bootloader unlock.
Use this to root in the easiest way credits to geohot
Not Good
androidtweaker1 said:
Rooting does not require bootloader unlock.
Use ""****"" to root in the easiest way credits to geohot
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Unfortunately the file to be downloaded is blocked by my AV as it contains a Trojan.
SMessy said:
Unfortunately the file to be downloaded is blocked by my AV as it contains a Trojan.
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Well firstly, you should download towelroot from the actual source towelroot.com.
Edit - It appears there's a problem with the website's certificate at the moment, so I assume that why androidtweaker1 linked to elsewhere. ?
Edit 2 - It appears to be fixed now.
Secondly, root exploits trigger AV software because technically they use a security hole to push files to /system. Malware would use similar techniques, but there's nothing to worry about in this case. Either temporarily disable your AV or download straight to your phone.
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kingvortex said:
Well firstly, you should download towelroot from the actual source towelroot.com.
Edit - It appears there's a problem with the website's certificate at the moment, so I assume that why androidtweaker1 linked to elsewhere. ?
Edit 2 - It appears to be fixed now.
Secondly, root exploits trigger AV software because technically they use a security hole to push files to /system. Malware would use similar techniques, but there's nothing to worry about in this case. Either temporarily disable your AV or download straight to your phone.
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I personally prefer to download from the original source :laugh: but some issue is there on the towelroot site at the moment so I gave alternate link
Clicking the lambda on the site is still giving issues on my side
Xperia Z rooted
Many Thanks
Xperia Z rooted and Avast & Titanium installed sucessfully. Had to remove Towelroot afterwards as Avast kept complaining about it.
Donation on its way.
Steve
kingvortex said:
Well firstly, you should download towelroot from the actual source towelroot.com.
Edit - It appears there's a problem with the website's certificate at the moment, so I assume that why androidtweaker1 linked to elsewhere. ?
Edit 2 - It appears to be fixed now.
Secondly, root exploits trigger AV software because technically they use a security hole to push files to /system. Malware would use similar techniques, but there's nothing to worry about in this case. Either temporarily disable your AV or download straight to your phone.
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SMessy said:
Many Thanks
Xperia Z rooted and Avast & Titanium installed sucessfully. Had to remove Towelroot afterwards as Avast kept complaining about it.
Donation on its way.
Steve
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You're welcome. ?
androidtweaker1 said:
I personally prefer to download from the original source :laugh: but some issue is there on the towelroot site at the moment so I gave alternate link
Clicking the lambda on the site is still giving issues on my side
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Yes, I acknowledged that there was a problem with the site at the time. ?
In Chrome, long pressing the lambda and selecting "Save link" worked for me.
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