PS5 Jailbreak Exploit For Systems Running July 2026 Firmware

A new security exploit known as Relapse has been released for the PlayStation 5 and the PlayStation 5 Pro consoles. According to reports from Kotaku, this jailbreak specifically targets systems running the July 2026 firmware. Specifically, coverage from tbreak.com and Gagadget.com confirms that the Relapse jailbreak is functional on firmware versions up to 13.60. This breach allows users to bypass the standard security protocols of the hardware, which has led to the emergence of pirated versions of games for the platform. Multiple media outlets are tracking the development of this exploit.

Insider Gaming highlights that the jailbreak is compatible with both the standard PS5 and the more recent PS5 Pro. Meanwhile, GameGPU reports that pirates are utilizing this security bypass to obtain and distribute pirated software. Yahoo Tech and Decrypt have both linked the timing of this release to recent statements from Sony regarding game ownership, noting that the jailbreak appeared just after the company asserted that players do not own their games. The context surrounding this trend involves a tension between hardware manufacturers and consumers regarding digital rights. The coverage from Yahoo Tech and Decrypt emphasizes that the exploit follows a period of contention over ownership claims made by Sony.

Because the PS5 uses a locked ecosystem to manage software and monetization, a jailbreak represents a significant shift in control, allowing for the installation of unauthorized software on hardware running the 13.60 firmware version. Looking ahead, users may need to consider the trade-offs of using the Relapse exploit. HotHardware warns users to think twice if they intend to play certain high-profile titles, specifically mentioning GTA 6. As the exploit targets the July 2026 firmware, the primary point of interest will be whether Sony releases a security patch to close the vulnerability in firmware 13.60 or later versions. Coverage does not yet specify if other firmware versions are susceptible to this specific Relapse exploit.