PS3Xploit
Entry point for PS3 exploit tools and project instructions.
PS3 4.93 CFW Guide
Check CFW eligibility, back up and validate flash memory, then use the matching Evilnat 4.93 release.
Confirm CFW eligibility first
Tools & firmware
PS3 Toolset
Inspect the console, check compatibility and follow the tool’s flash-backup and patch instructions.
Rufus
USB preparation tool. Choose the partition and filesystem settings required by the PS3 firmware guide; formatting erases the selected drive.
PyPS3checker / PyPS3tools
Tools for checking PS3 flash-memory dumps. Select the checker matching the dump type and read its documentation.
Evilnat 4.93 CFW
Current developer release page for the CEX/PEX/D-PEX builds. Choose the correct build for the console and existing configuration.
CFW installation workflow
- Identify the starting stateRecord the console model and firmware. If it already runs CFW, use Evilnat’s update instructions rather than repeating a retail-console flash-patching procedure.
- Read the Toolset reportOpen the official Toolset in the PS3 browser and let the system inspection finish. Continue only when your specific console is reported CFW-compatible.
- Back up flash memoryUse the tool’s backup function and copy the untouched dump to your computer and a second storage location. Preserve it before any patch is applied.
- Validate the dumpUse the matching PyPS3tools checker and review its report alongside the Toolset results. Resolve every failure before proceeding; a backup with errors is not a reliable recovery copy.
- Follow the supported patch procedureFor a compatible retail system, follow the Toolset’s documented flash-patching sequence exactly. Keep power stable and wait for explicit completion. Do not improvise offsets, flash files or recovery actions.
- Prepare the correct Evilnat PUPDownload the matching 4.93 build from the developer’s release page and verify its published checksum. Put the validated file on FAT32 USB storage as
PS3/UPDATE/PS3UPDAT.PUP. - Install and verifyFollow the developer’s reboot/update sequence, using Update via Storage Media or the stated recovery method. After completion, check the installed CFW version and confirm Package Manager and homebrew work.
CFW projects & legacy releases
Rebug, FERROX and Evilnat have their own firmware and model requirements. Check the release for your console.
Rebug CFW
Legacy
DEX/CEX
Debug Features
Stable
Legacy custom firmware with DEX/CEX and debugging features. Check the archived release and model requirements.
Evilnat CFW Cobra
Active
Cobra CFW
Cobra Payload
Enhanced
Evilnat CFW with Cobra payload. Choose the release matching your console and installed configuration.
Ferrox CFW
Legacy
Lightweight
Compatible
Essential Features
Legacy FERROX custom firmware. The linked release is for firmware 4.87; check compatibility before use.
Console inspection & CFW eligibility
BGToolset
Active
Console Inspection
CFW Eligibility
Flash Tools
Browser-based PS3 Toolset for console inspection, CFW eligibility checks and supported flash operations.
PS3 firmware archives
Separate official and custom firmware directories from Darthsternie.
PS3 OFW · official firmware
Browse Darthsternie’s PS3 system-firmware archive, including official releases and separately labelled hybrid and special-purpose firmware.
PS3 CFW · custom firmware
Browse archived custom firmware by version and build type. Match the CEX, DEX or other listed variant to your console and installation guide.