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PS5 Jailbreak: Star Wars Game Disc Holds Key?
3 Jan
Summary
- A PS4 disc of Star Wars Racer Revenge is selling for hundreds of dollars.
- The game disc is allegedly the entry point for a new PS5 jailbreak method.
- Leaked PS5 ROM keys are crucial for this potential security exploit.
A curious phenomenon has emerged in the gaming world as the PlayStation 4 version of Star Wars Racer Revenge is now listed for hundreds of dollars on platforms like eBay. This dramatic price increase is not linked to the game's inherent quality, but rather to its alleged role in a newly discovered method for jailbreaking Sony's PlayStation 5 hardware.
The exploit reportedly hinges on the availability of the console's ROM keys, which were leaked online around New Year's Eve. These keys are integral to the PS5's core security, and their unchangeable nature means Sony cannot issue a patch to rectify the vulnerability. While the keys themselves do not enable jailbreaking, they facilitate easier discovery of exploits, with the Star Wars Racer Revenge disc identified as a potential entry point.
This development marks a significant challenge for Sony, which has maintained a secure PS5 system since its launch in November 2020. While previous exploits at higher security levels were patchable, a low-level jailbreak utilizing these leaked ROM keys presents a more persistent threat. Although the current hack is a proof-of-concept, with significant work required for custom firmware, it signifies that the process has begun, a situation Sony cannot easily prevent.
