Yikes! However, I read somewhere that it is only in pbp files? Is that right?
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10-09-2006, 04:15 PM The PSP "scene" never sleeps, whether it is in anticipation of a new downgrader or an exploit, we are always awake and ready for the next "thing". However, one thing we are not ready for are PSP brickers. These are programs that are disguised as a simple homebrew application, but in reality it deletes necessary files for your PSP's survival.
This is something that we do not take lightly in the scene as many have fallen victim to these disguised homebrew games, even one of our members and the first to report the bricker - CatfishD. Now, any of those referring to the victims of this "crime against humanity" as noobs, I wouldn't be so fast to type that. The only way test for a bricker is to use a program that will identify it if it writes to flash. With all the homebrew being released and tested everyday, this has not become a daily practice.
You can download the PSP "virus" scanner below with the download link if you want to be more cautious with your homebrew. The program was created by Dark Killer about a year ago for earlier brickers, but the methods of bricking have stayed the same - so it still works!
You can test for these "brickers" by using a simple program, or you could wait for someone to report it in our forums as was the case yesterday. Mathieulh and Jas0nuk also took the time to inform everyone how this particular bricker works (you can read all about it here).
What to look for -
1. The most recent bricker has been concealed with the folder names (KXploited form) of SDL-TEST-5 and SDL-TEST-5%
2. The file size is around 75kb, the % folder containing a 65kb eboot
3. Use Dark Killer's PSafeP program, of which can be discussed and downloaded below (newly upload from old download site!)
4. Do not use any programs that you have not seen come from a reliable source. Best source is of course, PSPUpdates!
Download: http://dl.qj.net/click.php?pid=97&fid=10557
-pspupdates.qj.net
10-09-2006, 04:22 PM Yikes! However, I read somewhere that it is only in pbp files? Is that right?
10-09-2006, 04:32 PM PSPupdates and PSP-hacks are my only psp sites...well this one too..
why do peopel want to spread bricks? cause they were stupid and bricked theres.
10-09-2006, 05:39 PM With the new "my qj", can people upload homebrew before it can be tested?
Originally Posted by demondude777 
10-09-2006, 06:56 PM Just great, another reason for me to pansy out of software modding my Psp.
10-09-2006, 07:03 PM its a matter of being smart and only downloading from trusted sites. aslo, it cant hurt to virus scan everything u download before putting it on your psp. just be smart and youll have nothing to worry about
10-09-2006, 07:07 PM
O im not scared of putting stuff on my computer, even thogh I built it. But My parents paid for it.
I dished out $200 bucks for me psp, i dont think I'll do anything untill my warenty wears out
10-09-2006, 07:11 PM theres not alot of people making malicious files for the psp so its pretty safe. like i said, just download from trusted sites such as pspupdates and psp-hacks and youll be fine
10-09-2006, 07:13 PM True.
Well I better get to reading and understanding, this whole software modding scene.
10-09-2006, 07:19 PM spend some time on pspupdates.qj.net and our own site, reading through the stickies. theres alot of useful information that can help a novice pspmodder get up and running. i suggest using my emulator how to first, and trying out one of the many emulators avalible for the system
10-09-2006, 07:20 PM Alright, =D
And lets keep your thread on topic :P You're a mod you should know that
=P
10-09-2006, 07:23 PM haha true. if youd like to futher dicuss what you can do with your psp, dont hesitate to make a new thread in the software section
10-09-2006, 07:32 PM Sweet I have a Mods Consent.
*runs of like a 12 Japenese School girl to make a thread*
10-09-2006, 07:34 PM oh shit, when did Julie become a super mod? CONGRATZ to that.
took 5,000 posts for him to give a women the power.
10-09-2006, 07:35 PM like 3 hours ago lol. thanks
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