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Chromecast update breaks root-friendly exploit

Chromecast exploit in action


We hope you weren't planning to tinker with your Chromecast this weekend. GTVHacker has confirmed that a recent firmware update to Google's streaming media stick plugs the bootloader exploit that many are using to get root access. Some XDA-Developers members have tried maintaining root by flashing recovery images and disabling signing keys, but those aren't reliable solutions -- we've seen a few reports of bricked Chromecasts. If you're cautious, it may be best to wait until more adventurous owners find a vulnerability in Google's newer code.


Filed under: Home Entertainment, HD, Google


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Via: Android Police


Source: XDA-Developers, GTVHacker (Twitter)