Relocking bootloader? - LG V30 Questions & Answers

Any guides to relocking bootloader and restoring to stock on EU version of V30 ?
Thanks in advance.

leicablue said:
Any guides to relocking bootloader and restoring to stock on EU version of V30 ?
Thanks in advance.
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Should be as easy as using the "fastboot oem lock" command

leicablue said:
Any guides to relocking bootloader and restoring to stock on EU version of V30 ?
Thanks in advance.
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Any reason you are doing this? The stock debloated, tweaked ROM in development section should give you all the features you need. You can also flash KZD without relocking bootloader.
LG still has a record that you unlocked your bootloader so it's not like they don't know.

ChazzMatt said:
Any reason you are doing this? The stock debloated, tweaked ROM in development section should give you all the features you need. You can also flash KZD without relocking bootloader.
LG still has a record that you unlocked your bootloader so it's not like they don't know.
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Probably trying to prepare it for RMA

I’m thinking of selling it..Thanks for info.

leicablue said:
I’m thinking of selling it..Thanks for info.
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Did you manage to relock the bootloader with the "fastboot oem lock" command (as it happens for other models)?
Thanks.

Yes, these are the commands i used to lock the bootloader again (note you have to setup the device again)
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
fastboot oem lock
fastboot reboot

what about the rom?
so when i do lock the bootloader, does the software get checked or updated or do I have to install it manually... what happens after i run all the commands in adb? Im currently on LineageOS 15.1 (LG-h930)

Question I ran fastboot oem lock and now I'm bricked with "your device has failed a routine safety check and will not boot" Does anyone have the fix for this?

MARKREIF said:
Question I ran fastboot oem lock and now I'm bricked with "your device has failed a routine safety check and will not boot" Does anyone have the fix for this?
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You need to be on a stock KDZ(literally 0 changes) before locking. try booting to download mode by turning phone off and holding Vol+ and plugging into a computer. Then flash a stock KDZ.

thanks but slight problem is the device won't turn off.....
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ok I'm in firmware update and being seen via LGUP - can you point me in the direction of the latest stock KDZ?>
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LG UP keeps asking for an update DLL -any thoughts?

MARKREIF said:
thanks but slight problem is the device won't turn off.....
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ok I'm in firmware update and being seen via LGUP - can you point me in the direction of the latest stock KDZ?>
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LG UP keeps asking for an update DLL -any thoughts?
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-v30/development/us998-lg-v30-us998-us99820a040330-kdz-t3786337
20e is the latest KDZ for US998(i assume thats what you have considering thats what is in your Signature). Use the LGUP_common_DLL_V30_ALL_VARIANTS attachment(there is directions in that thread on how to use that DLL).

tried everything still having dll issues grrrr
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uninstalled all LG drivers etc rebooted windows 10 reinstalled "LGUP_Install_Ver_1_14_3 .msi" and LGUP_common_DLL_V30_ALLVARIANTS and I'm still getting "error 0x81000302, Please use latest DLL LAF Protocol version is not match DLL= 174187400 Device = 177360928" when i try to flash......
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Store version 1.14 - DLL Version 1.0.28.9

MARKREIF said:
tried everything still having dll issues grrrr
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uninstalled all LG drivers etc rebooted windows 10 reinstalled "LGUP_Install_Ver_1_14_3 .msi" and LGUP_common_DLL_V30_ALLVARIANTS and I'm still getting "error 0x81000302, Please use latest DLL LAF Protocol version is not match DLL= 174187400 Device = 177360928" when i try to flash......
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Store version 1.14 - DLL Version 1.0.28.9
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Never seen that error. Maybe @ChazzMatt or @runningnak3d would know that one.

also at the bottom of the device screen instead of seeing device info I'm seeing 633A B100 on the top line and Modified / E /L / RO on the bottom

Happened to me as well. Do NOT use uppercut method, as it is not working on Oreo. Instead use lgup dev method. It is working.

As @kanehun stated, you must use the patched LG UP, and you must use partition DL mode (select all partitions) -- upgrade or refurbish won't work.
If you don't want to wipe your phone and just want to get it to boot again, only select recovery, boot and system and make sure that you are using the KDZ for the version that is on your phone. You should be able to salvage your data if you need to.
-- Brian

Does relocking the bootloader basically unroot the v30?
If not, is there a way of unrooting a US998?

charliebigpot said:
Does relocking the bootloader basically unroot the v30?
If not, is there a way of unrooting a US998?
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If you JUST relock the bootloader you are going to cause LOTS of problems, UNLESS you first restore full stock firmware. Possibly even bricking your phone.
1) You want to flash stock KDZ via LGUP, which replaces TWRP custom recovery with stock Recovery.
Use "Refurbish" or "DL Partition". Then you no longer have root.
2) You can also relock the bootloader AFTER that -- if you wish to get rid of unlocked bootloader warning.
But step #1 will "unroot" your phone.

charliebigpot said:
Does relocking the bootloader basically unroot the v30?
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Completely different operations.
Unlocking the bootloader allows custom software to run because partition signature checking is skipped. This is what allows flashing and running non-LG ROMs, custom recovery, etc.
Manufacturers don't want you doing this because it enables updating the device once it hits planned obsolescence; they want you to give them another $800+ at that point, not keep updating what you have.
An example I like to point out: the Motorola Droid 4 stopped being supported at android 4.3 (Jellybean). Thanks to Safestrap - the bootloader is permanently fused shut but an exploit allowed loading an entirely different kernel and ROM via kexec after the stock kernel startup- and some particularly determined developers, it's running up to 7.1 (Nougat). The kernel is ancient at this point and spackled together with pieces from Amazon devices, and the phone is a bit slow using a modern O/S because it only had 1gb of memory, but it still works and people still use it as a daily driver because they like it. Last CDMA landscape QWERTY phone and all.
Root privileges are part of Android itself; think of it a combination of Administrator and TrustedInstaller account privileges from a Windows PC.
Google doesn't want you rooting because of the myriad ways the average user can ruin their Android installation by screwing with system files, the many security implications (easy example: let the wrong app have root, now the app has access to any data on the phone it wants and can manipulate whatever it likes), and it making it a lot easier to do things like block ads system-wide.
TL;DR bootloader unlocking is more device-side that disables certain "security" checks to allow booting non-OEM software. Rooting is software-side, lets you use the Admin account in Android for any number of useful shenanigans. They are independent of one another, but depending on the method rooting can prevent a locked-bootloader device from booting.

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Need Help - Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 8.0 sm-T337A Android 5.1.1

I can't seem to get root on my Sm-T337A.
I want acheive root and learn to develop and experiment with custom ROMS. I'm very new to this.
I was able to install Odin and install a boot.tar file but the Tablet kept boot cycling into recovery mode. I tried what I thought was sidebooting files using adb, but apparently I don't understand how that works yet. I restored the tablet by forcing it into install mode (held down power, vol down, and home) then used Odin to install the boot(LP).tar file which restored the tablet. This ROM is indeed the AT& T Rom, but it is not the same one that came with the Tablet when I got it new (it has a different look).
Please help.
Here is the information on my tablet.
Android 5.1.1
Baseband Version - T337AUCU2BOH4
Kernal Version [email protected] #1 Thu Aug 13 17:01:34 KST 2015
Build Number LMY47X.T337AUCU2BOH4
Knox 2.4
You're SOL, bootloader is locked
gonzo6962001 said:
You're SOL, bootloader is locked
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I was able to root mine with KingRoot but after rebooting it said I had to take mine to the nearest At&t store. Yea...that won't be happening. Through Odin I flashed the LP boot tar. Fixed it. But I really want to gain root. There is no way around this? There has to be a way to unlock bootloader. Thanks in advance.:fingers-crossed:
NITASHA212 said:
I was able to root mine with KingRoot but after rebooting it said I had to take mine to the nearest At&t store. Yea...that won't be happening. Through Odin I flashed the LP boot tar. Fixed it. But I really want to gain root. There is no way around this? There has to be a way to unlock bootloader. Thanks in advance.:fingers-crossed:
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If you could explain how to get around a locked bootloader you would make a lot of people very happy. Can't be done yet. That is the whole issue
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Look up t337a temp root in xda. A guy says he figured it out but Noone has tried it. I use mine for work every day so I can't chance it. If you're brave enough to try. If it works put in a reply there and let me know. It says it works on our bootloader
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Here is the link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/tab-4/general/att-tab-4-8-t337a-temp-root-t3301345

samsung sm-t561

hello,
i have a Samsung tab e sm-t561 , it is a NTTF study tab. i wanted to remove their OS and reload to stock rom. but when i try to update it via odin, it gives me error saying that the MDM MODE, CANT DOWNLOAD
REGARDS
I'm not having problems on my.
I own an SM-T561 and I were flashing many times without problems.
I needed to flash stock rom many times because there was no root and tried almost all methods I found, until we found a Russian site doing the root, and their method worked.
Can you verify the kernel and rom version?
unlock your bootloader
recallrules said:
hello,
i have a Samsung tab e sm-t561 , it is a NTTF study tab. i wanted to remove their OS and reload to stock rom. but when i try to update it via odin, it gives me error saying that the MDM MODE, CANT DOWNLOAD
REGARDS
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Unlocking your bootloader with adb/SDK would enable you to flash anything you want. Do this and notify me after unlocking your boot loader
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I got this tab from ohio state university when I was doing my masters.. And I just unlocked the bootloader using Android SDK (Google how to do this). After that, i've flashed my tab with TWRP recovery. Then, I have used Odin to flash custom recovery on my device. Works fine as hell. Just like a normal tab.
dvrz said:
Unlocking your bootloader with adb/SDK would enable you to flash anything you want. Do this and notify me after unlocking your boot loader
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I got this tab from ohio state university when I was doing my masters.. And I just unlocked the bootloader using Android SDK (Google how to do this). After that, i've flashed my tab with TWRP recovery. Then, I have used Odin to flash custom recovery on my device. Works fine as hell. Just like a normal tab.
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can u tell me how do the boot loader unlock??? in download mode?
i also have this problem please told to disable secure download in odin
passwaord: MDMPass:8152
dvrz said:
Unlocking your bootloader with adb/SDK would enable you to flash anything you want. Do this and notify me after unlocking your boot loader
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I got this tab from ohio state university when I was doing my masters.. And I just unlocked the bootloader using Android SDK (Google how to do this). After that, i've flashed my tab with TWRP recovery. Then, I have used Odin to flash custom recovery on my device. Works fine as hell. Just like a normal tab.
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HEY unlocking bootloader using android sdk,
the mdm agent doesn't allow the connectivity to pc.
i.e in device manager no android device is shown. while other devices get connected easily and android device is shown in device manager.please do something
I just rooted my sm-t561 3g device
Hey I just rooted my Samsung sm-t561 device wanting to upgrade to higher version than Kitkat 4.4.4 but couldn't get any solution.

Reverting Android N to factory bricked Nexus 9 wi-fi

Hi I need some help please, not really technical but loaded the Android N beta on my Nexus 9 wi-fi, as it was crashing almost hourly I opted to restore it to factory defaults, it is now stuck in a boot loop. Tried to install the current supported factory image using ADB OTA sideload but it fails at 47% saying something like "Error: image is "flounder"; device is "".. as if the device has no identity.
the fastboot can see the device but ADP struggles. the device shows LOCKED at all times. any suggestions greatly appreciated
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graminou said:
Hi I need some help please, not really technical but loaded the Android N beta on my Nexus 9 wi-fi, as it was crashing almost hourly I opted to restore it to factory defaults, it is now stuck in a boot loop. Tried to install the current supported factory image using ADB OTA sideload but it fails at 47% saying something like "Error: image is "flounder"; device is "".. as if the device has no identity.
the fastboot can see the device but ADP struggles. the device shows LOCKED at all times. any suggestions greatly appreciated
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I have now got my device working by sideloading Android N image, not achieved my objective of unenrolling but at least I have a device that boots, will wait for a more stable version eventually
What image are you trying to sideload?
Make sure your not using the LTE version.
Try sideloading the Android N OTA again.
Have you previously enabled OEM unlock in developer options? If yes try "fastboot OEM unlock".
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graminou said:
I have now got my device working by sideloading Android N image, not achieved my objective of unenrolling but at least I have a device that boots, will wait for a more stable version eventually
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You post the above around the same time as my reply.
You now can enable OEM unlock and flash factory images.
corkiejp said:
What image are you trying to sideload?
Make sure your not using the LTE version.
Try sideloading the Android N OTA[/URL] again.
Have you previously enabled OEM unlock in developer options? If yes try "fastboot OEM unlock".
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You post the above around the same time as my reply.
You now can enable OEM unlock and flash factory images.
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Hi corkyejp and thanks, i was aiming to go back to current supported not the beta N release, I officially unenrolled received the OTA image, installed, got stuck in bootloop, tried sideloading MOB30G which i beleive was the correct wifi not LTE version (I saw that version mentioned in my crashlogs too). the device was in developer mode, I think but am not sure, however the HBOOT screens always showed LOCKED. i tried the fastboot flashing unlock (and OEM unlock options) but neither unlocked me. anyway at least I have a device that boots now, will put up with crashes if they occur. thanks again

[H918|US996|H830] recowvery, unlock your V20/G5 potential - now with TWRP!

If you are not an H918, H830, or US996 (Unlocked, NOT US Cellular) user, kindly leave this thread, this will not do anything for your device, exchange it if you're so desperate. Thank you.
Note for US996: It's probably easier for you guys just to flash TWRP the normal way and pull your battery then do the factory reset dance to get in!
Team Win Recovery Project 3.0.2-1
Alright, so you guys have probably heard about me working on this project for a week now. Sorry it's been taking so long, there's been so many variables and hurdles to go through!
I don't own the device myself, so it was all done over TeamViewer thanks to @slayerh4x and @Darriousx who stayed around in the #twrp channel on freenode to assist with their devices.
This will allow you to install TWRP and flash SuperSU!
Step 1: Unlocking your bootloader
You will need to unlock your bootloader first. For this you'll probably need LG's drivers.
Windows: http://tool.lime.gdms.lge.com/dn/downloader.dev?fileKey=UW00120120425
Mac: http://tool.lime.gdms.lge.com/dn/downloader.dev?fileKey=UW00320110909
You will also need adb and fastboot. You can download them in a portable small form factor here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/host-tools-t3402497
Start by turning on developer options in Settings -> About device -> Software info -> Build number. (tap 7 times until it's enabled)
Now navigate to Settings -> Developer options -> OEM unlock. (turn it on)
Don't ever turn OEM unlock or Developer options off when using a custom ROM or recovery. This could lose to loss of all your data.
For your computer to see ADB, you will need to put the phone in PTP mode (for transferring images). I don't know why this is, a misconfiguration in LG's kernel gadget drivers maybe?
Extract adb and fastboot to a folder on your PC.
Type adb start-server and make sure to check the notification on your phone to accept debugging authorization.
You can reboot into fastboot mode with adb reboot bootloader once authorized.
If it fails to authorize or show the notification on your phone, you may need to try other USB ports.
H918/H830 users only:
To unlock your bootloader, use fastboot oem unlock once the phone boots into fastboot mode.
Warning: This step will wipe all your data and factory reset your phone!
You can check the status of your bootloader lock with the fastboot getvar all command.
ex. (bootloader) unlocked:yes
You should now boot back into your phone (fastboot reboot).
You will probably need to complete the Android setup wizard at this point to get access to ADB again.
US996 users only:
To unlock your bootloader, follow the unlock instructions on LG's site (I can't really help you there):
https://developer.lge.com/resource/mobile/RetrieveBootloader.dev?categoryTypeCode=ANRS
Once you're finished with unlocking your bootloader, continue on to step 2.
Step 2: Running recowvery
You can find the recowvery binaries (you need to download all of these) at:
https://build.nethunter.com/android-tools/dirtycow/arm64/
You're now ready to follow the recowvery installation instructions.
See here: https://github.com/jcadduono/android_external_dirtycow#running (running section)
Bonus: There's also a full write up on that page on how recowvery works if you're into that kind of stuff.
Step 3: Flashing TWRP & Rooting
Notice: There is currently no decryption support, just the same as the LG G5, I'm running into the exact same scenario (unable to start rpmb device).
Due to this, I have disabled hardware decryption in this build to keep it stable. If you wish to have your data work in TWRP, you will need to disable decryption.
If you're coming from the Note 7 or S7, this will be a familiar scenario for you.
Once you've got your permissive shell in adb, you will have access to your partitions via dd.
You should transfer TWRP to your internal storage (name in twrp.img) using MTP, you can also just use adb push. (mentioned here)
Download TWRP: (official builds, V20 is waiting for TWRP 3.1.0 for twrp.me download)
H918: https://build.nethunter.com/test-builds/twrp/lge/twrp-3.0.2-1-h918.img
US996: https://build.nethunter.com/test-builds/twrp/lge/twrp-3.0.2-1-us996.img
H830: https://twrp.me/devices/lgg5h830.html
This step requires that you've used dirtycow to replace /system/bin/run-as with recowvery-run-as. If you've rebooted since doing that, you will need to go back and do that again.
Code:
adb push twrp-3.0.2-x-xxxx.img /sdcard/twrp.img
adb shell
$ run-as exec dd if=/sdcard/twrp.img of=/dev/block/bootdevice/by-name/recovery
"<wait for it to complete>"
$ reboot recovery
You should be inside TWRP now. It will ask you if you want to enable system modifications. You should swipe yes, otherwise your OS will replace TWRP on next boot.
Flash the latest zip from https://build.nethunter.com/android-tools/no-verity-opt-encrypt/ to turn off forced encryption at boot and allow you to boot a modified system. If you're flashing SuperSU.zip, it will also do this for you so this won't be necessary.
Warning: If you don't flash either no-verity-opt-encrypt or SuperSU, you will probably end up in a horrifying never-ending boot loop of "corruption"!
Latest SuperSU: https://download.chainfire.eu/supersu
To disable encryption after flashing SuperSU or the no-verity-opt-encrypt zip, you must use the [Format Data] button on the Wipe page in TWRP. No other options will work.
Back up all your internal storage and apps data that you can to your PC. You can use Titanium Backup with SuperSU before doing this step if you like.
Warning: Using [Format Data] will wipe all your apps and data (including internal storage) off the phone, giving you the out-of-the-box experience of a new phone!
Once this is done, you should be able to backup/restore/use any function of TWRP without any issues.
Flashed SuperSU? You're done! Boot up (it will reboot a few times) and set up your SuperSU Manager to your liking and give this post a thanks!
Step 4: Have fun!
I know a few people have mentioned donating, there is a button right on this post under my username.
Sorry, I don't keep a list as I prefer to keep people's information confidential, but if you do send any money my way, you can request that I mention you at the bottom of this post with any details.
I ask that people please not attach files in this thread, everything required is mentioned in this post, and should be stable in its present state. Thank you.
Thanks for testing on my phone! =]
Does This wipe data on the phone?
justthefacts said:
Does This wipe data on the phone?
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Unlocking the bootloader does.
jcadduono said:
Alright, so you guys have probably heard about me working on this project for a week now. Sorry it's been taking so long, there's been so many variables and hurdles to go through!
I don't own the device myself, so it was all done over TeamViewer thanks to @slayerh4x and @Darriousx who stayed around in the #twrp channel on freenode to assist with their devices.
Understand that I'm still working on getting TWRP to boot, there seems to be something about the stock kernel sources that doesn't want TWRP to be a part of it.
This will not get you SuperSU or app root access, this is only a root shell allowing you to flash TWRP when it's ready and do other things.
This does however open up some methods of installing SuperSU without TWRP. @Chainfire might have some ideas if he wishes to show up here and stir up some noise.
We do have the ability to do a full ramdisk unpack, edit, repack, and flash within the confines of /data/local while booted into the permissive system using recowvery-applypatch.
This should bring some opportunities, but it's still more sane to just wait for TWRP.
For the instructions on using recowvery, you should read the README.md on the GitHub page:
https://github.com/jcadduono/android_external_dirtycow
You can find the recowvery binaries prebuilt at:
https://build.nethunter.com/android-tools/dirtycow/arm64/
You will need to unlock your bootloader first. For this you'll probably need LG's drivers.
Windows: http://tool.lime.gdms.lge.com/dn/downloader.dev?fileKey=UW00120120425
Mac: http://tool.lime.gdms.lge.com/dn/downloader.dev?fileKey=UW00320110909
You will also need adb and fastboot. You can download them in a portable small form factor here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/host-tools-t3402497
Start by turning on developer options in Settings -> About device -> Software info -> Build number. (tap 7 times until it's enabled)
Now navigate to Settings -> Developer options -> OEM unlock. (turn it on)
Don't ever turn OEM unlock or Developer options off when using a custom ROM or recovery. This could lose to loss of all your data.
For your computer to see ADB, you will need to put the phone in PTP mode (for transferring images). I don't know why this is, a misconfiguration in LG's kernel gadget drivers maybe?
Extract adb and fastboot to a folder on your PC.
Type adb start-server and make sure to check the notification on your phone to accept debugging authorization.
You can reboot into fastboot mode with adb reboot bootloader once authorized.
If it fails to authorize or show the notification on your phone, you may need to try other USB ports.
To unlock your bootloader, use fastboot oem unlock once the phone boots into fastboot mode.
Warning: This step will wipe all your data and factory reset your phone!
You can check the status of your bootloader lock with the fastboot getvar all command.
ex. (bootloader) unlocked:yes
You should now boot back into your phone (fastboot reboot).
You're now ready to follow the recowvery installation instructions.
See here: https://github.com/jcadduono/android_external_dirtycow
There's also a full write up on that page on how recowvery works if you're into that kind of stuff.
I probably need to proof read it though, I'm really tired.
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Thank you for taking the time to begin with the first step to develop on this device! (although i will have to do a replacement tomorrow for 2 defects that emerged on my phone) I always had in mind that this device had only a 50% of chances to get rooted, and that it might actually never get rooted . But now chances have increased even more thanks to your hard work. and also thanks to the others you previously mentioned. Let us see if Chainfire takes an interest on adding the final details :good:
I've got ADB working fine, but get nothing with fastboot. Just a blank line when I type 'fastboot devices'. Tried 3 different USB ports also. Windows 10 x64.
I did grab the ADB/fastboot files linked in the first post, but the older files I had don't work either, and they have no issues with my Nexus 7 2013 and HTC 10.
Promising stuff ,I just upgraded to this phone yesterday ,and was hoping to eventually get custom roms on it
Sent from my VS995 using Tapatalk
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Quick question should I wait or take the ota updates?
Sent from my VS995 using Tapatalk
So Idk what to do or how to get the file to flash it.. Any help?
mrtruckincowboy said:
Promising stuff ,I just upgraded to this phone yesterday ,and was hoping to eventually get custom roms on it
Sent from my VS995 using Tapatalk
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Quick question should I wait or take the ota updates?
Sent from my VS995 using Tapatalk
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My advice? Never, ever take an update until the developers say that they are sure they can exploit it. From what I can see, this process uses the "dirty cow" exploit which will assuredly be fixed on the next security update.
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bambam126 said:
So Idk what to do or how to get the file to flash it.. Any help?
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Why not wait until they can get full root and TWRP? As I see it, this process is to help other developers and people that know what they're doing refine and advance the move to full root. I don't think it's quite ready for prime time yet. It does nothing but get the foot in the door for rooting.
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And, we're off to the races. Let the "I bricked my phone" threads begin!
douger1957 said:
[/COLOR]And, we're off to the races. Let the "I bricked my phone" threads begin!
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LOL! YASSSSSS i can imagine that already. There will be some who will get it hard bricked .
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mrtruckincowboy said:
Promising stuff ,I just upgraded to this phone yesterday ,and was hoping to eventually get custom roms on it
Sent from my VS995 using Tapatalk
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Quick question should I wait or take the ota updates?
Sent from my VS995 using Tapatalk
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Isn't your model the verizon model? If it is... I havent heard any Verizon user to have unlocked the bootloader for their LG V20's. Not to be a downer, but the methods on this thread are only possible for the H918 (Tmobile variant). unless someone found a way to unlock Verizon's bootloader.
joseguillen1994 said:
LOL! YASSSSSS i can imagine that already. There will be some who will get it hard bricked .
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Isn't your model the verizon model? If it is... I havent heard any Verizon user to have unlocked the bootloader for their LG V20's. Not to be a downer, but the methods on this thread are only possible for the H918 (Tmobile variant). unless someone found a way to unlock Verizon's bootloader.
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They discuss unlocking in the first post so I'm optimistic. Even if not there has been custom stuff done around locked bootloader.I came from s4 and that was possible with the loki method so im optimistic
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mrtruckincowboy said:
They discuss unlocking in the first post so I'm optimistic. Even if not there has been custom stuff done around locked bootloader.I came from s4 and that was possible with the loki method so im optimistic
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Oh. Great to know. I hope they manage to do something with the verizon variants, in fact, with all the variants . Maybe after that they will have more interest on the device
jcadduono said:
alright, so you guys have probably heard about me working on this project for a week now. Sorry it's been taking so long, there's been so many variables and hurdles to go through!
I don't own the device myself, so it was all done over teamviewer thanks to @slayerh4x and @darriousx who stayed around in the #twrp channel on freenode to assist with their devices.
Understand that i'm still working on getting twrp to boot, there seems to be something about the stock kernel sources that doesn't want twrp to be a part of it.
this will not get you supersu or app root access, this is only a root shell allowing you to flash twrp when it's ready and do other things.
this does however open up some methods of installing supersu without twrp. @chainfire might have some ideas if he wishes to show up here and stir up some noise.
we do have the ability to do a full ramdisk unpack, edit, repack, and flash within the confines of /data/local while booted into the permissive system using recowvery-applypatch.
This should bring some opportunities, but it's still more sane to just wait for twrp.
For the instructions on using recowvery, you should read the readme.md on the github page:
https://github.com/jcadduono/android_external_dirtycow
you can find the recowvery binaries prebuilt at:
https://build.nethunter.com/android-tools/dirtycow/arm64/
you will need to unlock your bootloader first. For this you'll probably need lg's drivers.
Windows: http://tool.lime.gdms.lge.com/dn/downloader.dev?filekey=uw00120120425
mac: http://tool.lime.gdms.lge.com/dn/downloader.dev?filekey=uw00320110909
you will also need adb and fastboot. You can download them in a portable small form factor here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/host-tools-t3402497
start by turning on developer options in settings -> about device -> software info -> build number. (tap 7 times until it's enabled)
now navigate to settings -> developer options -> oem unlock. (turn it on)
don't ever turn oem unlock or developer options off when using a custom rom or recovery. This could lose to loss of all your data.
For your computer to see adb, you will need to put the phone in ptp mode (for transferring images). I don't know why this is, a misconfiguration in lg's kernel gadget drivers maybe?
Extract adb and fastboot to a folder on your pc.
Type adb start-server and make sure to check the notification on your phone to accept debugging authorization.
You can reboot into fastboot mode with adb reboot bootloader once authorized.
If it fails to authorize or show the notification on your phone, you may need to try other usb ports.
To unlock your bootloader, use fastboot oem unlock once the phone boots into fastboot mode.
warning: This step will wipe all your data and factory reset your phone!
you can check the status of your bootloader lock with the fastboot getvar all command.
Ex. (bootloader) unlocked:yes
you should now boot back into your phone (fastboot reboot).
You're now ready to follow the recowvery installation instructions.
See here: https://github.com/jcadduono/android_external_dirtycow
there's also a full write up on that page on how recowvery works if you're into that kind of stuff.
I probably need to proof read it though, i'm really tired.
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you are the man !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
joseguillen1994 said:
LOL! YASSSSSS i can imagine that already. There will be some who will get it hard bricked .
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Isn't your model the verizon model? If it is... I havent heard any Verizon user to have unlocked the bootloader for their LG V20's. Not to be a downer, but the methods on this thread are only possible for the H918 (Tmobile variant). unless someone found a way to unlock Verizon's bootloader.
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For me, there's a certain amount of education that needs to be tackled before you start messing with a phone. I have never had a LG smartphone before, but rather quickly discovered that LGUP is not ODIN, and that yes, you can hard brick a LG doing stuff that a Samsung will shrug off.
Too many people are impatient and won't let the developers come out with a product that is relatively easy to use. Too many people won't take the time to learn what they're doing and how to fix their mistakes. Too many people won't bother to read and follow simple instructions, and too many people think their experience on other phones will play out here. The only thing this phone has in common with others is the basic Android. It's what LG has put on top that has given the developers a hard time. That, and Nougat seems to be a new beast to be slain.
douger1957 said:
For me, there's a certain amount of education that needs to be tackled before you start messing with a phone. I have never had a LG smartphone before, but rather quickly discovered that LGUP is not ODIN, and that yes, you can hard brick a LG doing stuff that a Samsung will shrug off.
Too many people are impatient and won't let the developers come out with a product that is relatively easy to use. Too many people won't take the time to learn what they're doing and how to fix their mistakes. Too many people won't bother to read and follow simple instructions, and too many people think their experience on other phones will play out here. The only thing this phone has in common with others is the basic Android. It's what LG has put on top that has given the developers a hard time. That, and Nougat seems to be a new beast to be slain.
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yup! i couldn't have written it better hahaha. But it is bound to happen for some people that will not pay careful attention. I mena, im not an expert, im maybe a little more than a noob now since i have been dealing with this for quite some time, and that is why i just started my C++ class in order to reach at least a good-to-go level of understanding.
As this method does not ever mount your system r/w, it won't brick your system. Since it also can't provide you with real root access until you reboot recovery into a permissive system, you risk no chances of bricking your device if this is not for it, because if your device is locked, the recovery will refuse to boot and be replaced with stock again 2 seconds later.
Unfortunately I have not yet disabled verity in the fstab, so if a H918 user uses their new root shell to remount system as r/w then they will be bricked. I'll see if I can find a decent way to do this...probably with sed.
But yeah. You're safe if your bootloader is locked.
jcadduono said:
As this method does not ever mount your system r/w, it won't brick your system. Since it also can't provide you with real root access until you reboot recovery into a permissive system, you risk no chances of bricking your device if this is not for it, because if your device is locked, the recovery will refuse to boot and be replaced with stock again 2 seconds later.
Unfortunately I have not yet disabled verity in the fstab, so if a V20 user uses their new root shell to remount system as r/w then they will be bricked. I'll see if I can find a decent way to do this...probably with sed.
But yeah. You're safe if your bootloader is locked.
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Locked or unlock
jcadduono said:
As this method does not ever mount your system r/w, it won't brick your system. Since it also can't provide you with real root access until you reboot recovery into a permissive system, you risk no chances of bricking your device if this is not for it, because if your device is locked, the recovery will refuse to boot and be replaced with stock again 2 seconds later.
Unfortunately I have not yet disabled verity in the fstab, so if a V20 user uses their new root shell to remount system as r/w then they will be bricked. I'll see if I can find a decent way to do this...probably with sed.
But yeah. You're safe if your bootloader is locked.
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Oh, ye of little faith. Where there's a will, there's a way.
Chainfire just tweeted:
Just installed SuperSU on a V20, based on @jcadduono 's initial work. Good times.
Can this method be used on other devices?
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TWRP Recovery for Samsung Galaxy J3 Luna Pro SM-S327VL

I got this phone from Tracfone, and I'm trying to flash TWRP recovery on this phone. I find the recovery image here: https://www.getdroidtips.com/twrp-recovery-galaxy-j3-luna-pro/
Thanks to the tool created by mkh.mourad(https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2446269), I successfully converted the recovery.img to recovery.tar.md5. When I try to flash the recovery through odin, I got the error: SECURE CHECK FAIL: recovery.
I have enabled the OEM unlock and CROM Services.
Can anyone give me some help? Thanks.
Info about the device
For some unknown reason, I can't upload photos, here is the device info:
Model number: SM-S327VL
Android version: 6.0.1
baseband version: S327VLUDS4ARF2
kernel version:
3.18.24-11771718
[email protected] #1
Mon Jun 11 11:55:20 KST 2018
Build number
MMB29M.S327VLUDS4ARF2
HenryGong2001 said:
I got this phone from Tracfone, and I'm trying to flash TWRP recovery on this phone. I find the recovery image here: https://www.getdroidtips.com/twrp-recovery-galaxy-j3-luna-pro/
Thanks to the tool created by mkh.mourad(https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2446269), I successfully converted the recovery.img to recovery.tar.md5. When I try to flash the recovery through odin, I got the error: SECURE CHECK FAIL: recovery.
I have enabled the OEM unlock and CROM Services.
Can anyone give me some help? Thanks.
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I have the exact same problem. This is as close as I have gotten to installing custom recovery in order to root my phone
This recovery does not work on SM-S327VL. I have tried to email him and get him to take the garbage down but he seems happy letting people waste time trying to flash it.
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I have the stock firmware if anyone needs it. It's the arf2 variety. Flashed it several times. Check hovatec if you want to find a root this year. I haven't found it yet but they are more active.
schrstopph said:
This recovery does not work on SM-S327VL. I have tried to email him and get him to take the garbage down but he seems happy letting people waste time trying to flash it.
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I think the problem could be that the bootloader is locked. I don't think there is a way to unlock it . I should be getting a new phone here soon, (Moto G6 that allows bootloader unlocking), so I will be able to test more freely with the SM-S327VL without worrying about bricking it.
schrstopph said:
This recovery does not work on SM-S327VL. I have tried to email him and get him to take the garbage down but he seems happy letting people waste time trying to flash it.
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I have the stock firmware if anyone needs it. It's the arf2 variety. Flashed it several times. Check hovatec if you want to find a root this year. I haven't found it yet but they are more active.
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I need it.
I Want to put the newest Android version on my phone and I Need some help I tried 3 times.
My email: [email protected]
HenryGong2001 said:
I got this phone from Tracfone, and I'm trying to flash TWRP recovery on this phone. I find the recovery image here: https://www.getdroidtips.com/twrp-recovery-galaxy-j3-luna-pro/
Thanks to the tool created by mkh.mourad(https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2446269), I successfully converted the recovery.img to recovery.tar.md5. When I try to flash the recovery through odin, I got the error: SECURE CHECK FAIL: recovery.
I have enabled the OEM unlock and CROM Services.
Can anyone give me some help? Thanks.
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From what I know enabling oem unlock is only half of the issue. I assume you forgot the adb steps to perform the oem unlock commands.

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