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[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] mr1mvp:
root access

I've been following this post, and was curious if any new feed back was found on a possible root,my device is a Samsung Galaxy prime core with metro idk what the model number is how can you tell?
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] z31k:
If anyone has a file manager.. Root explorer works well.. Would you mind sending me the features.xml located in the system/csc folder pls.. In root explorer just hold down the xml until the option menu pops up and send to drive.. It should work without root.. I would really appreciate your help.. ?
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
Just extracted the stock kernel for this device and uploaded it to my list of files here:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=62457159&postcount=42

:)

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You're in the right place. Just read all the posts in this thread and you'll know what's going on. :)
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] mr1mvp:
yes

As I said before I've been following so I know where the post stands to date, just curious if any one else has had any luck.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
Rest assured. It will be shouted from the mountain tops on here when root has been achieved. ;)

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Sent it to you. :)
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] mr1mvp:
is this a hunch or actually possible

If it is possible does anyone know of the steps to do so,desperately need root to survive lol

FYI I've used Odin in the past for cfw's but it's been so long since then.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] TEFjLONjDON:
I'm not sure about disabling se but I believe Borarty already submitted the stock kernel to Chainfire,I'll have to check.

Sorry
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
You mean "bogarty"? [emoji14] Also, yes I did. Uploaded the "recovery.img" awhile ago to chainfire, which contains the stock kernel. He's on vacation right now though.

I spent all day modifying the kernel and init.d with superuser access though and put them into a flashable file so that maybe we could root the phone ourselves too. It seems to be coded correctly to root the device and flashes just fine, but, I think because of the bootloader and our phone's "Qualcomm Secure Boot: Enabled" feature, it stops the device at the "Core Prime" screen with the ODIN menu on top of it, so I think we need to unlock the bootloader before we could use that modified file to root.

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I made the file today, but no way to properly test it without an unlocked bootloader... :/
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] TEFjLONjDON:
Sorry didn't even know the the boot.img contains the kernel. How can we work towards an unlocked boot loader? We need a kraken kernel hu?
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
Haven't had the chance to look into that yet, but I think maybe [MENTION=3190274]z31k[/MENTION] said he was working on that.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
UPDATE: Upon further research I have come to realize that the bootloader is the main problem. If you take a look at this link(and quote) here about how they rooted the 5.1.1 S6 & S6 Edge you'll see that this was the ONLY reason they were able to do it: http://www.xda-developers.com/root-t-mobile-s6edge-on-5-1-1-without-tripping-knox/

"This root “exploit” comes in the form of an Engineering Bootloader, which is a modification done by Samsung to bootloader files (sboot.bin) which allows their service centers to do flashing and repairs to the device without tripping the Knox counter."

The problem is that the modded kernel I made will probably work, but not until the bootloader can be unlocked. The bootloader can not be unlocked, however, unless it is digitally signed by Samsung. Once you modify the bootloader yourself it is rendered ineffective by the security in our phone.

I only see 4 options here now:

1) Wait for chainfire to help us out.

2) Somehow obtain an Engineering Bootloader from Samsung.

3) If someone can properly port TWRP to work with our specific device(SM-G360T1), I have made a flashable zip for testing, but stock recovery returns invalid signature/footer errors. It's possible that a working TWRP would properly flash root.

4) (...And this one's just completely a last resort.) Remove KNOX, PIE & any other security from our phone. It can be done for sure. I've seen ways to do it and if we removed KNOX it would likely allow us to modify whatever we like on our phone, but I wouldn't recommend it. First of all, it would void your warranty. Second, without some type of security, your phone would be vulnerable.

Anyhow, let me know what you guys think about all this. Your opinions I mean. All further questions should be directed to the Q&A link here. :)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3190178
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] TEFjLONjDON:
I've been busy these past few days. But I haven't forgotten about the community..

Im curious? If we can analyze how Samsung digitaly signes it's files. (ie what program and what kind of encryption they used in our stock rom,,,, and on the S6)

(Perhaps that can help to put us on right path.)

I'd really love to get in contact with the people responsible for success with the S6.

Do you think that we could sign the relevant files with the appropriate signitures given all of the above falls inplace?

I'm sure it will be more complex than that. It will have to pass all the safety checks like footer check and secure boot..

I wonder if this is exactly the same hurdl that we face with getting TWRP recovery to work with our phone?

I do know we will need the correct code for our kernel to call up the screen touch sensors processes in-order for TWRP to effectively communicate with our device.

I've looked into getting the Samsung Engineering boot & recovery images from a few "Sources" but it doesn't sound to promising so far.

I hope that there are others working on this from other angles..

Keep me posted bogarty. .

PSThank you again for all your time and effort.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] xsquader:
I noticed in developer options there is a setting "unlock OEM bootloader" would turning this on help with the ability to root?
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] lilshane:
hey

Thats what i realize with the other prime core as well. ;);)

No one try it as yet? these prime cores are more than a beast.:(:(:(
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
Turning this on will not unlock the bootloader. If however someone comes up with a method for unlocking the bootloader, then you will want to have this switched on when you flash it. Also, although I have this switched on myself, I have not seen any evidence that this helps the rooting process when testing various procedures for root. Hope this helps. :)
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] Estoner:
Any news guys? Please let's keep this thread up.

Thanks to all for your interest...

Cheers
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] Kamakaze35:
Just admit it , the powers that be won the battle. They are on to us. I hate metro pcs. The Galaxy Core Prime G360T1 is a brand new P.O.S.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] squiglybob13:
Oh I have faith! There are brilliant minds behind these root tools and custom ROMs! However if nothing comes up before November them I'll probly just take my girlfriend's S3 when she upgrades lol
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
[MENTION=5580710]ShinySide[/MENTION] and I have been spending all our free time working on a root solution pretty much everyday. He's developing and I'm testing and now we are also employing the source code. I've also been compiling my own root solutions too and doing the research to understand more of how Android 5.1.1 works. I'm not a programmer/coder by trade, but I am at least, actively, working on getting root. I've even bricked my device a few times in testing various root solutions for everyone on here, almost turning it into a mechanized pop tart ;), so rest assured that people are currently working on it.

In fact, I would say that anyone who truly wants to achieve root on their device should be out there helping to research possible root solutions. You don't need to learn to code or anything, just try and learn some new things about root and Android 5.1.1 and maybe come back to this thread and share your ideas and new found wisdom in a positive manner. All of us working together on this and not against the process. That is how we will achieve root.

Thanks to everyone for your contributions thusfar! :)

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BTW, just a random note. I just uploaded some flashable zips for boot and recovery to my files post, in case anyone needs to restore their device in the future, but prefers to use ADB or recovery to do it. Thanks! :)

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=62457159&postcount=42
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] waterbucket123:
I've been lurking on this thread for a while now, had an account here before but forgot email or password. I usually do some research on phones before buying them just to make sure they were rooted, this phone was the first one I bought without looking into it and it's not rootable, at least yet. Really feel so lost without a rooted phone, feel so limited. Hope a root pops up for this soon!

Regards.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
I hear ya and feel the same. This is the first time I've bought a phone and didn't have root within days. I'm confident though that the solution will present itself in due time. :)

P.S. [MENTION=6926497]waterbucket123[/MENTION] Welcome to the thread!
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] Kamakaze35:
Sorry about the rant bogarty, Just felt like an idiot for buying this particular phone. Seeing as though there are hundreds, if not, thousands of other phones with root support. I think you know I was referring to a vulgar term but didn't need to spell it out. Anyway, if and when I find out something else about this root; I'll post it. Btw, I know everyone else's efforts won't go in vein; including yours; I do appreciate the amount of time and energy spent.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] squiglybob13:
I would recommend getting a micro SD card. You can move downloaded apps to the card and free up some space on the internal storage. It doesn't completely solve the problem but it definitely helps.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
No worries. Glad to have ya. Welcome to the team! :)
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] tedfrommich:
G360t1 root

i have also encountered a problem after researching safe methods of rooting this model over the last 6 weeks. numerous core prime firmware roms are available on samsung download site. G360H1 has not officially released a signed firmware boot.img or recovery.img firmware revision. I tried flashing G360H1 Instead through ODIN and bricked the device stuck in download mode and unable to manually reset and returned for new one. I have used PC to android apps such as IROOT, KINGROOT, 1CLICKROOT, and SMSROOT. i have concluded after watching youtube that these apps could very well work on the G360H1 as well as any other Core Prime mobile release prior. All other mobile root apps available for this model on the device itself also either kill the app, or display similiar messages stating that a Superuser cannot be installed. Basically you do not have Root Permission or any other kind of root access on an already stock non-rooted device. the Superuser or SuperSu android apps need root access to function, and Rom manager needs to be able to backup from clockworkmod recovery which is also not able to backup since this model isnt listed. I have found firmware released from a 3rd party but I am afraid to brick again. I have read through this forum and I have had all the exact same issues. Does anyone know if it is possible to try tweaking using some form of android development tools to allow root permissions? I feel safer doing this through ROM manager instead of rooting in download mode with odin which im finding too dangerous until the original stock ROM is released. This way you will at least be able to safely root using IROOT on PC.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] osk4rin:
How to root samsung galaxy core prime sm g360t1? (Metropcs )

Hi guys! I've just got a Samsung Galaxy core prime sm g360t1 (metropcs )

And I wander if there's any way to root this device.

I saw many people on this forum trying to root this device.

I tried too many options like kingo root etc.but the root failed:(

Is there someone who already did..

Please tell me how I'll really appreciate it so much
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] Brandi223:
I already have that.... And it doesn't help much. Isn't there a way to create more rom on my phone?
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] squiglybob13:
The only ways to increase the total storage you have is ro flash a custom ROM that uses less storage space, this giving you more to use. Or you can uninstall any bloatware that came installed on the phone. However both of these require root, which we don't have yet. Unless there's a magical trick that I've missed all these years lol
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] Brandi223:
So there isn't even a way to root my phone yet? Something other than Kingroot cause it lets me do nothing more than I already can.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] squiglybob13:
Yea I've been following this thread for a couple weeks and we're slowly getting there but there currently is no root available for our poor core primes :(
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] waterbucket123:
I got this update earlier tonight, not sure if I should as it might be more difficult to root
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] tigron:
I came across a root in howard forums using a root kernel at http://d-hdotst/pJJ8 and iroot from http://irootdownloaddotcom/. I used odin and everything went fine until I'm stuck in odin mode. Looks like I'll have to flash a stock unless there is another way.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
Updating will definitely add more security to the root process, but it's probably not really going to matter at all in the end, as you'll likely just end up having to flash a rooted kernel over whatever you have anyway. If you already have Android 5.1.1 though then probably really no reason to update as it us just adding security. Up to you really. I did it personally, as did most it seems, and I'm not really worried about it affecting root. :)

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Just flash my ODIN boot file(third file down). It should put you back in:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=62457159&postcount=42

Make sure you take it out of the zip file before flashing. Also, be careful in the future not to flash any kernel not made specifically for the SM-G360T1. SM-G360T kernels work too, but nothing else. Thanks! :)
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] tigron:
Jumped the gun

Yeah, thanks for the advice. I got anxious. I'm looking to do some ROM and theme dev with this device. Can't wait.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
We got 99 posts, but root ain't one. Sorry guys. Couldn't resist. [emoji14]
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] xsquader:
So what is the main issue preventing this from being rooted. My LG Tribute was a ***** to root but even I got that rooted eventually.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
It's just heightened security in Android 5.1.1. Basically, right now, we can give our phone everything it needs to have super user access, but our kernel is still set to "SELINUX:Enforcing", rather than "Permissive". Here's what I'm talking about:

As you can see from the first two apps in this pic, I've managed to set the superuser binary properly in testing for possible root solutions, but the second two apps show you pretty much that it doesn't matter because SELINUX will not accept use of the binary.

I've seen other examples on XDA where people rooted their phone under these conditions though, but they had to create a kernel where SELINUX security was set to permissive already. Most often times when flashing a modified kernel however, our phone will reject it as unofficial and won't let you into Android.

It's a difficult problem for sure. I've been testing different root solutions and trying to implement new ideas everyday myself, but have so far not been able to bypass SELINUX to achieve root. So, we really just need a super kernel coder(like chainfire) to step in and create a kernel that's set to "Permissive" for us. There will likely be no root without that...
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] jgammon1979:
Isn't there a way to edit the kernel to enable SELINUX:Permissive on boot?
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] djvoleur:
A modified kernel and ramdisk...
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
The modified kernel with "SELINUX Permissive" is here guys courtesy of [MENTION=5580710]ShinySide[/MENTION]. We tested it today and it works. Stay tuned to this thread for more information about root. :)

Update: ROOT HAS BEEN ACHIEVED!!! We owe [MENTION=5580710]ShinySide[/MENTION] for this big time guys. Be sure to send him your thanks/donations/etc. :)

ROOT THREAD IS HERE:

http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-core/development/kernel-root-root-sm-g360t1-5-1-1-t3203522

Happy rooting guys!!! :)
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] kate cody:
Well done!!! Thank you! !

You have cheered up what has been a pitiful week.

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I wanted to be sure to hit thanks button, WELL DONE!
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] TEFjLONjDON:
Thank you @Bogarty and @shineside for all the effort!.. Good job!
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] kelrick24:
I was stumbling around Google looking for root for this phone as well. I'm new here btw, but, I came across a forum talking about all the root methods trip a nsa app that , it prevents root on this phone. It called Knox (nox) I'll try to find it again, but I hope this helps.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
I've been getting a lot of private messages from people trying to restore their unbootable phones, so I'm just going to make this post, so I can refer people to it in the future.

STEPS TO RESTORE YOUR PHONE:

1) Decide Which File You Need:

BOOT + ROOT - If you can't boot and want to root your phone at the same time as restoring boot or you are already rooted, then flash [MENTION=5580710]ShinySide[/MENTION]'s Trapkernel here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3203522

Be aware though that this option will void your phone's warranty, but pretty much everyone is running that version of boot now, including myself, so we can have root! :)

BOOT - If you can't boot and just want to restore your old stock boot without root or voiding the phone's warranty, then you should try flashing my ODIN boot file here:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=62457159&postcount=42

NOTE: If you've already rooted with Trapkernel, then don't use my ODIN boot. Use Trapkernel again to restore boot instead. Only use this file if you haven't rooted and don't want to root.

RECOVERY - If you just messed up your recovery trying to flash another recovery like TWRP or whatever and want to restore to stock recovery menu, then just flash my ODIN recovery file at the same link here:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=62457159&postcount=42

2) Load The File Into Odin:

Load your file into the AP slot in ODIN & make sure you check the box.

3) Put Your Phone Into Download Mode:

The easy way to put your phone into download mode is to just first power it off completely. Once it's off, then press and hold power button, home button & volume down keys at the same time until the blue screen comes up. Then hit volume up once to enter download mode & plug the phone into your pc. You should see that Odin recognizes an attached device.

4) Flash That File:

Flash the file and allow the phone to reboot and you're done. You should now be fully restored! :)
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] jjbadd385:
wow does it get any easier?!!! Thanks to all for your knowledge! first rooted device ive had in quite awhile, & im excited again...
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] GoldLuv:
I can confirm my phone is now rooted... Thanks! :D
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] jjbadd385:
various apps crashing

Is anyone else experiencing apps crashing after rooting? I keep getting "Unfortunately Google Play Services has stopped, etc." & Lookout Security, Metro Block It... I have tried to fix it by doing a factory reset, but it continues to happen periodically, and its rather frequent!! Ive cleared data, factory reset, and it continues.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] TheDerekHarper:
Not exactly sure what i'm doing...

Basically i tried running an app called "Boot animations {star symbol} root" and granted permission to remove the boot animation. Since then my device is not working. I've also tried the odin files you posted and tried different methods such as:

Recovery.img in AP

Boot.md5 in AP

Recovery.md5 in BL

Boot.md5 in BL

Boot.md5 in BL & Recovery.md5 in AP

But all the phone does is attempt to reboot, runs the sound, and vibrates a bit.

The Samsung galaxy core prime thing shows up but afterwards nothing, zip, nada.

Did i brick the device or?
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
I have not experienced this no. You may have just needed to fix app permissions though. Assuming your still rooted after all the factory reset business, try downloading an app called "Fix Permissions" by Stericson on the Play Store & just click on the apps that you're having trouble with to see if that fixes them. Again, must have root.
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] TheDerekHarper:
Neither have i actually (i mean, before i screwed up my phone and that wasn't related.)
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] jjbadd385:
just to let you know I am still rooted after the factory reset. Also i checked for a software update, just for the hell of it, and its popped up a message that my operating system has been modified in an unauthorized way, that i should try to download updates using "Smart Switch" on my computer or visit a customer service center..also the twrp recovery i installed in Odin, i think its 2.8.7.0, but its unresponsive. But i did read on another post that apparantly the recovery is for the other core primes.Is there 1 compatible with this model yet? What should i do in terms of recovery, in your opinion...thank you..
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
There is no compatible custom recovery for this phone right now. We are working on it though. If you want to restore stock recovery in the meantime, then there's more information about that here:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=62906680&postcount=108

Also, if your phone's working properly just ignore whatever your pc says. :)
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] jjbadd385:
I just wanted to let you know that i flashed the boot.img that you posted for Odin, and all it did was get to the white metro pcs screen and vibrate 2 times, then pause for 15 or 20 seconds, then vibrate 2 times....and repeat.....i ended up flashing the trap kernel again and it booted right up. Thought you might want to know,,,,thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Questions & Answers] bogarty:
Yeah. It is a fully working file for stock, but if you've already rooted with Trap Kernel then you should continue to use the rooted one. Not mine. :)