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It bootstraps the installation of the [webOS Homebrew Channel](https://github.com/webosbrew/webos-homebrew-channel),
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and allows it to run with elevated privileges. The Homebrew Channel is a
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community-developed open source app, that makes it easier to develop and install
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3rd party software. [Find out more about it here.](https://github.com/webosbrew/webos-homebrew-channel)
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3rd party software. [Find out more about it here](https://github.com/webosbrew/webos-homebrew-channel).
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If you want the full details of how the exploit works, [skip ahead to our writeup.](#research-summary-and-timeline)
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If you want the full details of how the exploit works, [skip ahead to our writeup](#research-summary-and-timeline).
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# Is my TV vulnerable?
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we cannot make any guarantees. This may void your warranty.
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1. Make sure the "LG Connect Apps" feature is enabled. It seems to be enabled by default on
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webOS 4.0+. For older models, follow [LG's instructions.](https://www.lg.com/in/support/help-library/lg-webos-tv-how-to-use-lg-connect-apps-CT20150005-1437127057046)
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webOS 4.0+. For older models, follow [LG's instructions](https://www.lg.com/in/support/help-library/lg-webos-tv-how-to-use-lg-connect-apps-CT20150005-1437127057046).
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2. Open the TV's web browser app and navigate to [https://rootmy.tv](https://rootmy.tv)
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3. "Slide to root" using a Magic Remote or press button "5" on your remote.
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4. Accept the security prompt.
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Your TV should now have Homebrew Channel app installed, and an
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unauthenticated(!) root telnet service exposed.
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For exploiting broken TVs, check out the information [here.](./docs/HEADLESS.md)
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For exploiting broken TVs, check out the information [here](./docs/HEADLESS.md).
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## Post-Installation Advice (IMPORTANT!)
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2. Don't update your TV. While updates are technically possible, if LG patches the
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exploit, you might end up "locked out" and unable to re-root your TV if you
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somehow lose access. We also can't predict how future updates will affect
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our techniques used to elevate and operate the Homebrew Channel app.
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our techniques used to elevate and operate the Homebrew Channel app. "Block
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system updates" option in Homebrew Channel will disable firmware update
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checks.
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3. Don't Install, Uninstall, or Update LG's "Developer Mode" app. Doing so will
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overwrite or remove the startup script used to bootstrap the jailbreak.
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overwrite or remove the startup script used to bootstrap the jailbreak. It is
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advisable to remove "Developer Mode" app before rooting. SSH service exposed
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by Homebrew Channel is compatible with webOS SDK tooling.
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## Troubleshooting
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In case of any problems [join the OpenLGTV Discord server](https://discord.gg/xWqRVEm)
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and ask for help on `#rootmytv` channel, or file a GitHub issue.
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Before asking for support, please consult our [Troubleshooting guide.](./docs/TROUBLESHOOTING.md)
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Before asking for support, please consult our [Troubleshooting guide](./docs/TROUBLESHOOTING.md).
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# Research Summary and Timeline
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- Andreas Lindh for publishing his webOS research.
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- The wider webOS community, particularly the [XDA forums](https://forum.xda-developers.com/f/webos-software-and-hacking-general.1079/) and the [OpenLGTV discord.](https://discord.gg/xWqRVEm)
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- The wider webOS community, particularly the [XDA forums](https://forum.xda-developers.com/f/webos-software-and-hacking-general.1079/) and the [OpenLGTV discord](https://discord.gg/xWqRVEm).
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- All the contributors (present and future) to the Homebrew Channel, and development of other homebrew apps and software.
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