New Qualcomm exploit chain brings bootloader unlocking freedom to Android flagships

A new exploit, dubbed "Qualcomm GBL exploit," is being chained with other exploits to bring bootloader unlocking to several flagship phones.
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Xiaomi 17, other Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 devices cracked wide open in massive bootloader exploit

A massive new exploit bypasses Qualcomm and OEM security, allowing users to easily unlock the bootloaders on the Xiaomi 17 and other Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 devices.

Qualcomm GBL Exploit Reportedly Enables Bootloader Unlocking on Flagships

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Xiaomi makes bootloader unlocking unnecessarily difficult, angers users

Unlocking the bootloader easily on a device you own is considered one of the many rights you should hold after plonking down your cold hard cash. Not every OEM sees things that way though. The latest ...