What's behind Root Genius? - Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]

Hi,
I have a Cat S50 smartphone, and after reading the following thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/framaroot/to-root-thsis-one-caterpillar-s50-t2932196
Decided to try to root it using Root Genius, as I have found no other way thus far, and can confirm it has successfully rooted my device.
I have a couple of questions I was hoping someone here might be able to answer me:
1) How much malware should I expect from Root Genius?
2) Is there anyway I can find out what vuln/exploit it used to root my device?
Here are the details for the device:
Android 4.4.2
Linux 3.4.0-ge072e48-dirty (armv7l)
[email protected] #1
Tue Dec 9 16:22:32 CST 2014
LTE_S0201121.0_S50_0.019.00
Thanks

What is the true price of "free" Rootgenius?
s4z0r said:
Hi,
I have a Cat S50 smartphone, and after reading the following thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/framaroot/to-root-thsis-one-caterpillar-s50-t2932196
Decided to try to root it using Root Genius, as I have found no other way thus far, and can confirm it has successfully rooted my device.
I have a couple of questions I was hoping someone here might be able to answer me:
1) How much malware should I expect from Root Genius?
2) Is there anyway I can find out what vuln/exploit it used to root my device?
Here are the details for the device:
Android 4.4.2
Linux 3.4.0-ge072e48-dirty (armv7l)
[email protected] #1
Tue Dec 9 16:22:32 CST 2014
LTE_S0201121.0_S50_0.019.00
Thanks
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I'm very surprised to find very little information about this incredible tool which presents terms of service all in Chinese, so there's really no way to tell what you've signed up for if you do not speak Chinese. Usually, the experts on XDA weigh in on these things, but there's nothing I've found telling me this is a safe program to use. I got as far as the Chinese terms of service and then quit.

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Help rooting Panasonic Toughpad

Hi Guys,
Ive done some preliminary searches and haven't found anything specific yet for this device.
I'm new to rooting devices but attempting to get up to speed asap.
So would there be some people willing to lend their expertise to help me root these devices?
Also under a bit of a deadline with this as I have only about 13- 14 days to get the Toughpad rooted.
No link to Toughpad specs until I have ten posts.
I will try to give out what ever information is needed to get this done.
The Info I have to start with is as follows:
Model no. FZ-a1
Android version: 4.0.3
Kernal : 3.0.8 ( [email protected] )
Build Number : IML74k.V1.01L46M0000
So I'm going to keep looking and learning in the mean time.
Hope to learn a lot, Thanks in advance.
Also if this is in the wrong place let me know and I will move it.
Some basic security specs
I broke the link due to security restrictions.
ftp:/
/ftp.panasonic.com/pub/Panasonic/business/toughpad/downloads/Toughpad_Security_Slick_LR.pdf
I will fix it when I can.

[Q] O+ 8.75 Android: ROOT??

**I just registered this February so I am a newbie here from the Philippines. I apologize if you see anything wrong in this post.**
Ok, so I had this new phone:
Model number: O+ 8.75 Android
Android version: 2.3.6
Kernel version: 2.6.35.7
Build number: Oplus A100ALPS.GB2.MP.V2
Custom Build Version: 121117_1911
And I've been searching for methods of rooting this phone very effectively.
I've been following the methods right but still there's no effect, like the Z4Root that exits automatically, and the SuperOneClick that sticks on Step #7 and says "mount: operation not permitted."
I know this is a new phone from the US, but I really want to root/jailbreak this to play freely.
Anything to help me and other users of this kind of phone?? please wait 2 seconds for an uncompressed image, or press Ctrl+F5 for original quality page Thank you.
**DISCLAIMER: I have read a similar post as this but I want other answers. Thanks for understanding.**
rooting O+ 8.75
jbuenaagua said:
**I just registered this February so I am a newbie here from the Philippines. I apologize if you see anything wrong in this post.**
Ok, so I had this new phone:
Model number: O+ 8.75 Android
Android version: 2.3.6
Kernel version: 2.6.35.7
Build number: Oplus A100ALPS.GB2.MP.V2
Custom Build Version: 121117_1911
And I've been searching for methods of rooting this phone very effectively.
I've been following the methods right but still there's no effect, like the Z4Root that exits automatically, and the SuperOneClick that sticks on Step #7 and says "mount: operation not permitted."
I know this is a new phone from the US, but I really want to root/jailbreak this to play freely.
Anything to help me and other users of this kind of phone?? please wait 2 seconds for an uncompressed image, or press Ctrl+F5 for original quality page Thank you.
**DISCLAIMER: I have read a similar post as this but I want other answers. Thanks for understanding.**
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if could someone can provide us a unsecure boot.img and scatter.txt of O+8.75 it will be easy for us to root our phone
just download eroot from google search I try many times.

[Completed] [Q] Rooting a T-Mobil my touch...

Model:
LG-E739
Android version:
2.3.6
Kernel version:
2.6.35.7-perf
Build#:
GRK39F
Software Version:
V10r-Mar-13-2012
Hello! I am new and I want to know all there is to know about rooting my phone... I read the software compatability list for rooting, but I could not find my phone listed anywhere. I am looking for a way to root my phone without using a pc because I currently do not have access to it. I have seen videos on YouTube that demonstrate ways to root android phones without the use of one, and I am very interested. In the video I read comments saying that their methods did not apply to all and there was a comment that directed me to this website and the compatibility list. honestly it couldn't get any simpler than having a list directing you to exactly what you need, unless you have a device not on the list ^_^;
I am a total newbie to all of this and I would really appreciate the help...
Please email me:
[email protected]
Hi, thank you for using XDA Assist. I would check in this thread, http://www.xda-developers.com/root/ Please be aware that there are very few root methods that can be done without a PC.
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[Completed] Coolpad Y82-820 Help

Hi all!
I'm new here, so please instruct me if I'm doing anything wrong.
I have a Coolpad Y82-820. It's a Chinese phone, I think.
I'm in the process of getting it rooted. ---- Was rooted before, but an update on their side (to CoolUI V24. [phone model#]. 160407) removed the root and now makes it a bit difficult to root at the moment, though I'm sure it will be done eventually.
Once rooted, I don't really mind waiting, I would like to put a Custom Rom on this phone, but not sure what options are available. I see posts about the Coolpad Note/Dazen/Shine/Rogues etc. Though nothing about this one, though spec wise it's not too far off from the others.
I'd be grateful if anyone could help with confirmations, information, on how to select a correct custom rom for this device and the steps to do. Also if there's any info on how to root this current version, even better.
Thanks!
Johny2k9 said:
Hi all!
I'm new here, so please instruct me if I'm doing anything wrong.
I have a Coolpad Y82-820. It's a Chinese phone, I think.
I'm in the process of getting it rooted. ---- Was rooted before, but an update on their side (to CoolUI V24. [phone model#]. 160407) removed the root and now makes it a bit difficult to root at the moment, though I'm sure it will be done eventually.
Once rooted, I don't really mind waiting, I would like to put a Custom Rom on this phone, but not sure what options are available. I see posts about the Coolpad Note/Dazen/Shine/Rogues etc. Though nothing about this one, though spec wise it's not too far off from the others.
I'd be grateful if anyone could help with confirmations, information, on how to select a correct custom rom for this device and the steps to do. Also if there's any info on how to root this current version, even better.
Thanks!
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Hello,
Can you please tell us the firmware version of your device?
Also, this forum is for newbies finding their way around XDA Developers, it isn't for requesting ROMs.
-Vatsal
Vatsal said:
Hello,
Can you please tell us the firmware version of your device?
Also, this forum is for newbies finding their way around XDA Developers, it isn't for requesting ROMs.
-Vatsal
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Apparently can't post an image.
Here are some details below. I'll try to be exact as possible.
Model Number
Coolpad Y82-820
CPU
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8916 Quad-core 1.2 GHz
RAM
2G
Internal memory
Total 8G
Resolution
960 * 540
Android version
4.4.4
Kernel version
3.10.28
[email protected] #1
Thu Apr 7 17:01:56 CST 2016
Build number
4.4.005.150730.Y82_820
Johny2k9 said:
Apparently can't post an image.
Here are some details below. I'll try to be exact as possible.
Model Number
Coolpad Y82-820
CPU
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8916 Quad-core 1.2 GHz
RAM
2G
Internal memory
Total 8G
Resolution
960 * 540
Android version
4.4.4
Kernel version
3.10.28
[email protected] #1
Thu Apr 7 17:01:56 CST 2016
Build number
4.4.005.150730.Y82_820
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Hello,
Try posting your query here Android Q&A Forum with all relevant details, the experts there maybe able to assist you.
-Vatsal

[Completed] TECNO Y4

My device's details; (ALL ARE THE DETAILS INCASE ANY IS NEEDED TO SORT OUT MY ISSUE).
Model number
TECNO-Y4
Android version
4.4.2
Baseband version
MOLY.WR8.W1315.MD.WG.MP.V36, 2014/06/24 22:34
Kernel version
[email protected] #1Tue Apr 28 10:42:48 CST 2015
Build number
Y4-G220-A1-KK-R6-20150428
If there be some way I can get help from XDA-DEVELOPERS for CUSTOMIZING my Android phone, I'd much appreciate.
Am seeking for LINKS and help for the below mentioned ANDROID PHONE CUSTOMIZATION:-
1) Best/Preferred Windows 10 software utility/tool to help me in customizing my device. (I MEAN A SOFTWARE LIKE SDK TOOLS).
2) Best /Preferred rooting software...
3) Best /Preferred custom recovery...
4) Best /Preferred custom ROM... And also the one that can help me upgrade to Android Lollipop or Marshmallow.
5) Best /Preferred custom kernel...
I'VE TRIED SEVERALLY BUT MOST OF MY SEARCHES AREN'T YIELDING. I ONLY MANAGED TO ROOT USING KING ROOT APP.
POPE D said:
My device's details; (ALL ARE THE DETAILS INCASE ANY IS NEEDED TO SORT OUT MY ISSUE).
Model number
TECNO-Y4
Android version
4.4.2
Baseband version
MOLY.WR8.W1315.MD.WG.MP.V36, 2014/06/24 22:34
Kernel version
[email protected] #1Tue Apr 28 10:42:48 CST 2015
Build number
Y4-G220-A1-KK-R6-20150428
If there be some way I can get help from XDA-DEVELOPERS for CUSTOMIZING my Android phone, I'd much appreciate.
Am seeking for LINKS and help for the below mentioned ANDROID PHONE CUSTOMIZATION:-
1) Best/Preferred Windows 10 software utility/tool to help me in customizing my device. (I MEAN A SOFTWARE LIKE SDK TOOLS).
2) Best /Preferred rooting software...
3) Best /Preferred custom recovery...
4) Best /Preferred custom ROM... And also the one that can help me upgrade to Android Lollipop or Marshmallow.
5) Best /Preferred custom kernel...
I'VE TRIED SEVERALLY BUT MOST OF MY SEARCHES AREN'T YIELDING. I ONLY MANAGED TO ROOT USING KING ROOT APP.
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Hi,
I couldn't find much information about your device here. Try posting your query in
Android Q&A,Help and Troubleshooting
or in the Q&A thread here->[Ask Any Question][Newbie Friendly].
Experts there may be able to assist you.
Good luck
Art Vanderlay
XDA Assist

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