PS3 developer Evilnat has made a new update of his CFW 4.91 Evilnat Cobra 8.5 with 4 variations (CEX/DEX/PEX/D-PEX) & several new features including a new Cobra payload, OtherOS support and a port of 4.84 DEX to 4.91 (aka PEX). In addition to the known features from CFW 4.90 like built-in File manager in XMB, Option to toggle Cobra debug/normal versions, disable CFW syscalls, block PSN login if CFW syscalls are enabled, offline activation of PSN account, QA Flags, FAN Tools, Save Data conversion, this release comes with new features like:

PEX = Custom Firmware CEX with DEX modules ported from 4.84 to 4.91. It’s like Rebug REX.
D-PEX = Custom Firmware DEX with DEX modules ported from 4.84 to 4.91. It’s like Rebug D-REX.
noBD = Modified CFW for use with consoles with a broken or missing Blu-Ray logic board.
noBT = Modified CFW for use with consoles with a broken or missing Bluetooth chip.
OC = OverClocked 600/750 Mhz. It has 100Mhz increased to the default 500 Mhz RSX / 650 Mhz GDDR3 RAM Clock speeds.

Download: Littlebalup’s 4.91 Dual Boot firmware – OFW that lets reinstall CFW. Only for PS3 already on CFW.
PUP MD5: 01F196151B007D003D35746C81AAA98C

Download: Littlebalup’s 4.91 Dual Boot & Hybrid firmware – HFW that lets reinstall CFW. Only for PS3 on CFW.
PUP MD5: 310D64F26382E2B1AA4377D33A3C2FE2

PS3 Toolset (aka bgtoolset) has been updated by bguerville to support all PS3 firmware versions OFW/HFW/CEX/DEX/PEX from 4.75 to 4.91.

This software works directly on the PS3 Internet browser and offers a complete collection of tools to patch the flash memory of PS3 systems to allow Custom Firmware installation without having to downgrade to 3.55, among other features.

You can check it out at https://ps3toolset.com. Use at your own risk, as always.

Update: There is an issue with SSL certificates on the server that is preventing the access from PS3. There is a temporary bgtoolset access workaround tutorial to bypass this error.

NOTE: The alternative self-hosted method using PS3Xploit Flash Writer can be used on HFW 4.90 or 4.91. Users with lower firmware version have to update to HFW 4.90 or 4.91 to use the PS3Xploit Flash Writer 4.90 / 4.91.

WARNING: Avoid the unofficial clones of bgtoolset. They are based on an obsolete and incomplete dump of the tool obtained without consent of the authors. These unofficial tools have a very high risk of cause permanent damage to your PS3 console.

Changes in PS3 Toolset Update v1.2.007 – 17/03/2024

HFW 4.91.1 by @Joonie is now available!!
[Mirror 1] [Mirror 2] [Mirror 3] PUP MD5: C2717C377EB4F0FF458B8819B1E53D50
Extract HFW_4.91.1.zip to the root directory of an USB drive formatted in FAT32 MBR.

PS3HEN (HEN stands for Homebrew ENabler) is a recent exploit THAT WORKS ON ALL PS3 MODELS (YES! ALL models including Superslim, Slim and PHAT models). It adds new functions to 4.91.1 HFW (Hybrid Firmware), transforming it into *almost* a CFW (Custom Firmware) or very close to it.

Among the features you can run Homebrews, HAN, JB rips, burnt PS3 games discs, PSXISO, BDISO, Discless games, load VSH plugins, and do many things more!!!

More info @ PSX-PLACE

** Requires 4.91.1 HFW (Hybrid Firmware) installed for for HEN 3.3.0 ***
** Or 4.90.1 HFW (Hybrid Firmware) installed for for HEN 3.2.2 ***
** Or 4.89.1 HFW (Hybrid Firmware) installed for for HEN 3.1.1 ***
** Or 4.88.1 HFW (Hybrid Firmware) installed for HEN 3.0.3 ***
** Or 4.87.1 HFW (Hybrid Firmware) for HEN 3.0.2 ***
** Or 4.86.1 HFW (Hybrid Firmware) for HEN 3.0.1 ***

For HEN 4.91 use the HEN Auto Installer or the official site ps3xploit.me.

Other installers: lmn7’s AutoHEN Installer • PS3HEN Alternate Installer

How to install HEN | Tutorial for auto-HEN by Coro @ PSX-PLACE

Tutorial Video: PS3 HEN – New Easy Installation Method (installation process in 2 minutes)

IMPORTANT: TIPS TO AVOID BLACK SCREENS AND INIT FAILURES OF PS3HEN

Download + Info: PS3HEN 3.3.0 for HFW 4.91

What’s new in Ps3HEN v3.3.0?​

HEN Global Changes
- Added support for 4.91 CEX firmware (HFW) (thanks @Joonie )

HEN Plugin Changes
- Fixed early reboot problem with HEN_UPD.PKG for Emergency USB Recovery

Payload Changes
- Fixed issue with PSP Launcher (thanks @aldostools , @LuanTeles )

Resource Changes
- Added *Toggle 99 Percent Package Install/Delete* option in HFW Tools->Maintenance (thanks @zmod )
- Updated download_list.xml to use updated paths on dev_hdd0 (thanks @LuanTeles , @DeViL303 )
- Added support for PS Home Catalogue path in download_list.xml (thanks @DeViL303 , @LuanTeles , @aldostools )
- Added support for dev_usb002 – dev_usb007 in package manager (thanks @LuanTeles )

UPDATE: ps3xploit.me is online again. HEN 3.2.2 for 4.90.1 HFW by @Joonie is now available!!

PS3HEN (HEN stands for Homebrew ENabler) is a recent exploit THAT WORKS ON ALL PS3 MODELS (YES! ALL models including Superslim, Slim and PHAT models). It adds new functions to 4.90.1 HFW (Hybrid Firmware), transforming it into *almost* a CFW (Custom Firmware) or very close to it.

Among the features you can run Homebrews, HAN, JB rips, burnt PS3 games discs, PSXISO, BDISO, Discless games, load VSH plugins, and do many things more!!!

More info @ PSX-PLACE

VERY IMPORTANT: Update your homebrews to the latest version before install HEN to avoid freeze issues.

** Requires 4.90.1 HFW (Hybrid Firmware) installed for for HEN 3.2.2 ***
** Or 4.89.1 HFW (Hybrid Firmware) installed for for HEN 3.1.1 ***
** Or 4.88.1 HFW (Hybrid Firmware) installed for HEN 3.0.3 ***
** Or 4.87.1 HFW (Hybrid Firmware) for HEN 3.0.2 ***
** Or 4.86.1 HFW (Hybrid Firmware) for HEN 3.0.1 ***

For HEN 4.90 use the HEN Auto Installer or the official site ps3xploit.me.

How to install HEN | Tutorial for auto-HEN by Coro @ PSX-PLACE

For CFW installation on PS3 fat & slims compatible an alternative is: Flash Writer 4.90 by @lmn7 (Mirror / Mirror) or PS3Xploit Flash Writer if your console is 4.85 or lower.

Tutorial Video: PS3 HEN – New Easy Installation Method (installation process in 2 minutes)

IMPORTANT: TIPS TO AVOID BLACK SCREENS AND INIT FAILURES OF PS3HEN

Download + Info: PS3HEN 3.2.2 for HFW 4.90

What’s new in Ps3HEN v3.2.2?​

Global Changes
- Added support for 4.80 and 4.81 CEX firmware
- Added support for 4.82 DEX firmware
- Automatic Updates are now disabled by default. You can use HFW Tools->Maintenance and toggle back on/off
HEN Plugin Changes
- Added support for RCO Sounds and LED Status (thanks @aldostools)
- Updated install finished detection method (thanks @aldostools)
- Updated and cleaned up downloadPKG_thread2 function
- Added detection of dev_build toggle for usb000 and usb001
Payload Changes
- Pad function fixed to not hang when more than one device is connected (thanks @aldostools)
- Disabled VSH Attach To Debugger as default, to not conflict with some CFW (4.82/4.84 DEX)
- Multiple Updates: PSP launcher blacklisting + more (thanks @aldostools)
- Added L2 to disable mappath remap on hen launch
Resource Changes
- Updated software_update_plugin.rco message to display the .me domain instead of the .com
- Added *Uninstall HEN* option to HFW Tools->Maintenance
- Added *Disable Remapping On Next Reboot* option in HFW Tools->Maintenance. This will disable the remapped files from mappath so these files can be managed and users can also use the backup/restore option from XMB (thanks @Fredy66)
- Added *Toggle Hotkey Polling* option in HFW Tools->Maintenance. This will enable/disable check_combo_buttons function when HEN launches. (thanks @FFF256)
- Added *Toggle app_home Support* option in HFW Tools->Maintenance. This updates xml containing the seg_gamedebug entries (thanks @Fredy66)
- Added *Enable Quick Preview Option On XMB* option in HFW Tools->Developer. This swaps the explore_plugin.sprx between CEX and DEX versions

PS3 developer Evilnat has made a new update of his CFW 4.90 Evilnat Cobra 8.4 with 20 variations (CEX/DEX/noBD/noBT/OC) & several new features including a new Cobra payload, OtherOS support and a port of 4.84 DEX to 4.90 (aka PEX). In addition to the existing features in CFW 4.90 like built-in File manager in XMB, Option to toggle Cobra debug/normal versions, disable CFW syscalls, block PSN login if CFW syscalls are enabled, offline activation of PSN account, QA Flags, FAN Tools, Save Data conversion and several fixes and improvements.

To avoid issues, make sure you have the latest version of your favorite homebrews like, webMAN MOD, ManaGunZ, multiMAN, Movian, etc…​ before update.

NEW: PS3 PS3Xploit Flash Writer for 4.90 HFW is now available to allow installation of custom firmware on PS3 models CFW compatible currently on OFW or HFW+HEN. PS3 consoles already on CFW just need to update from USB. => Video Tutorial / BGToolset is online again at ps3toolset.com with support for OFW/HFW/CFW 4.75-4.90 CEX/DEX/PEX.

Download: CFW 4.90 Evilnat Cobra 8.4 [PEX] [CEX] (March 7th, 2023)
PUP MD5: 33DECDCFEFAE6067597D7A253CC2A283

Download: CFW 4.90 Evilnat Cobra 8.4 [PEX] [CEX] Overclocked 600/750Mhz (March 7th, 2023)
PUP MD5: CF90B8007DAC6A2D1149F91E5C2B8366
Increased 100Mhz to the default 500 Mhz GPU / 650 Mhz GDDR3 RAM Clock speeds LV1 patches by zecoxao

Download: MEGA FOLDER WITH ALL OTHER CFW VERSIONS OF EVILNAT 4.90 (March 7th, 2023)

Original Release Info: @PSX-PLACE

Littlebalup’s PyPS3tools updated for 4.90: Github link

Download: Littlebalup’s 4.90 Dual Boot firmware for PS3 already on CFW CEX
PUP MD5: 04EC80EDD3ED40359D203BFF3B28F608

Download: HFW 4.90 Dual Boot firmware for PS3 already on CFW CEX
Same as Littlebalup’s 4.90 DB, but with silk_webkit.sprx from 4.82 to allow install ps3xploit (HEN)
PUP MD5: F059690E24A308FE98AF401CF037A793

PS3 developer Evilnat has made a new update of his CFW 4.89.3 Evilnat Cobra 8.4 with 20 variations (CEX/DEX/noBD/noBT/OC) & several new features including a new Cobra payload, OtherOS support and a port of 4.84 DEX to 4.89 (aka PEX). In addition to the existing features in CFW 4.89 like built-in File manager in XMB, Option to toggle Cobra debug/normal versions, disable CFW syscalls, block PSN login if CFW syscalls are enabled, offline activation of PSN account, QA Flags, FAN Tools, Savedata conversion and several fixes and improvements.

To avoid issues, make sure you have the latest version of your favorite homebrews like, webMAN MOD, ManaGunZ, multiMAN, Movian, etc…​

NOTE: BGToolset is currently unavailable, therefore this CFW is only available for users already on CFW. Users with CFW models on OFW or HEN should avoid the dangerous / fraudulent clones of BGToolset.

Download: CFW 4.89.3 Evilnat Cobra 8.4 [PEX] [CEX] (Feb 2nd, 2023)
PUP MD5: 31D3667694EA35A18B73C7008B2A72E6

Download: CFW 4.89.3 Evilnat Cobra 8.4 [PEX] [CEX] Overclocked 600/750Mhz (Feb 2nd, 2023)
PUP MD5: ADEAD2220D2921521397F67A666CA59D
Increased 100Mhz to the default 500 Mhz GPU / 750 Mhz GDDR3 RAM Clock speeds LV1 patches by zecoxao

Download: MEGA FOLDER WITH ALL OTHER CFW VERSIONS OF EVILNAT 4.89.3 (Feb 2nd, 2023)

Original Release Info: @PSX-PLACE

*UPDATE* Install XAI Updater 1.3 by Evilnat to get the latest fixes & features:
– Now Cobra shows the correct disc image for PS2
– Fixed libCrypt for PSX games (thanks to aldostools)
– Enabled [Install All Packages] in non QA flagged PS3
– Added german language in xai_plugin (thanks to FadedHD3)
– Updated french language in xai_plugin (thanks to EimGdt and Chronoss09)
– Updated OtherOS and PSN icon (thanks to HackZy01)
– Updated Cobra version to 8.4
– Use PS2 FAN Modes on PS2 Classic games (make sure webMAN MOD FAN Control is disabled)

PS3 developer Evilnat made a new update of his CFW 4.89 Evilnat Cobra 8.3 (CEX) with a number of new options like his previous build 4.88.2. Some of the features in the CFW include a built-in File manager in XMB, Option to toggle Cobra debug/normal versions, disable CFW syscalls, block PSN login if CFW syscalls are enabled, offline activation of PSN account, QA Flags, FAN Tools, Savedata conversion and several fixes and improvements.

Planned features for the next release

With the recent release of OFW 4.88, and seeing that no CFW 4.88 has come out in these last days, PS3 developer Evilnat decided to make a new update of his CFW with a number of new options like an added File manager, Option to toggle Cobra debug/normal versions, disable CFW syscalls, block PSN login if CFW syscalls are enabled and several fixes and improvements.

Cobra 8.3 is added from Github repository and it is enabled by default
XAI Plugin is added from Github repository and it is enabled by default

It has been tested for a long time since Evilnat was developing 4.87.3, it took months of research, developing and tests and a few weeks for 4.88. No bugs have been found, but if there are any, feel free to let him know and Evilnat will fix it as soon as possible.

To avoid issues, make sure you have the latest version of your favorite homebrews like, webMAN MOD, ManaGunZ, multiMAN, Movian, etc…​

If your console is on OFW 4.80 or higher, and it is a CFW compatible model (all phat, slims 20xx, 21xx or 25xx with min ver 3.56 or lower), follow this Guide by Coro for jailbreaking your PS3 with Bgtoolset directly from your PS3 Internet Browser.

Download: CFW EVILNAT 4.88.2 COBRA 8.3 [CEX] [FINAL] (Jul 25th, 2021)
PUP MD5: 3202971E05140F24E52B36D5C443AD35

Download: MEGA FOLDER WITH ALL CFW VERSIONS OF EVILNAT 4.88.2 (Jul 25th, 2021)

Download: CFW EVILNAT 4.88.2 COBRA 8.3 [CEX] [noBT]
For PS3s with damaged bluetooth module
PUP MD5: 360569FE808B1815BD05258C8496003F

Download: CFW EVILNAT 4.88.2 COBRA 8.3 [CEX] [noBD]
For PS3s with damaged bluray drive
PUP MD5: 80029DC0FBD238DAF8ED45BCDFD04CD6

Download: CFW EVILNAT 4.88.2 COBRA 8.3 [CEX] [noBD + noBT]
For PS3s with bluray drive and bluetooth module damaged
PUP MD5: D8BB1F47B77F1737F974308B935F81B6

Release Info: @PSX-PLACE

Download: Littlebalup’s 4.88 Dual Boot firmware for PS3 already on CFW CEX
PUP MD5: 7ED539AAE96D89F1BB1AF0343A59F3A0

Download: HFW 4.88 Dual Boot firmware for PS3 already on CFW CEX
Same as Littlebalup’s 4.88 DB, but with silk_webkit.sprx from 4.82 to allow install ps3xploit (HEN)
PUP MD5: 6626784C2456582BF5AAFA1439FA03DF

deank has updated multiMAN v04.85.01 (20191010).

Note: multiMAN now supports 3.55 CEX/DEX, 4.21 CEX/DEX, 4.30 CEX/DEX, 4.31 CEX, 4.40 CEX/DEX, 4.41 CEX/DEX, 4.46CEX, 4.46DEX (REX), 4.46 CEX+COBRA 7.0, 4.50 CEX/DEX, 4.53CEX/4.53 CEX+COBRA 7.0, 4.55 CEX, 4.55 CEX+COBRA 7.0, 4.60 CEX, 4.65/4.66 CEX/DEX, 4.70 CEX/DEX, 4.75/4.76/4.78 CEX/DEX, 4.80 CEX, 4.81/4.82 CEX/DEX+COBRA, 4.83/4.84/4.85 CEX+COBRA

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