: Download the official version of exfathax.img directly from the ChendoChap pOOBs4 GitHub Repository .
: Keep the prepared exploit USB drive disconnected from your console initially. exfathax img download install
Note: Windows may display popup alerts claiming the USB drive is unreadable or corrupted immediately after flashing. This occurs because Windows cannot natively read the modified exFAT partition map injected by the exploit. 🎮 Step 3: Activating the Jailbreak on Your PS4 : Download the official version of exfathax
The exfathax.img file is a modified disk image specifically engineered to exploit a filesystem vulnerability within the PS4's kernel. When the console attempts to mount a USB drive formatted with this unique image, a filesystem overflow triggers, paving the way for custom payloads like GoldHEN to execute. This occurs because Windows cannot natively read the
running firmware 9.00 . (If your firmware is higher, this will not work).
This is a relatively common error message that can appear if the kernel heap memory becomes corrupted, for example, by leaving the exfathax USB drive plugged in during a reboot or system crash.
| Issue | Possible Solution | | :--- | :--- | | | This is a very common error and is rarely a sign of a real problem. Simply press "OK" and continue. It may take a few attempts. | | The PS4 shuts down or reboots | This is also a common error. Do not worry. Reboot your PS4 and try the process again from the beginning. | | "Kernel heap might be f*cked" message | This error can occur due to a corrupted USB image, a faulty USB stick, or leaving the stick plugged in during a reboot. Try recreating the USB drive with a different tool, using a different USB stick (preferably a smaller one), and ensure you remove the stick before restarting the exploit process. | | USB stick is no longer recognized by PC | Writing a raw disk image modifies the partition table. To reuse the drive for normal storage, you need to use a tool like Disk Management (Windows) or Disk Utility (macOS) to delete all partitions on the drive and reformat it as FAT32 or exFAT. | | The exploit fails consistently | Try a different exploit host. Sometimes a specific host can be temporarily unavailable or unstable. Also, make sure your PS4's DNS settings are not blocking the host or forcing an update. |