New bootloader lets you take the Meta out of the original Meta Quest
A new bootloader has been discovered that enables users to gain full control over Meta Quest headsets by exploiting a privilege escalation vulnerability. This exploit allows users to bypass Meta's server dependencies and proprietary applications, potentially freeing the devices from Meta's ecosystem restrictions.
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New bootloader lets you take the "Meta" out of the original Meta Quest
A new bootloader has been discovered that enables users to gain full control over Meta Quest headsets by exploiting a privilege escalation vulnerability. This exploit allows users to bypass Meta's server dependencies and proprietary applications, potentially freeing the devices from Meta's ecosystem restrictions.
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