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Hi All,
My 10 y.o. son changed the lockscreen password on his Kindle Fire 2 HD 7" and is now unable to access. He has used all but 2 of the allowed unlock attempts, and is now 2 tries away from an automatic factory reset. The device has all stock settings, has not been rooted nor any other modifications. I'm trying to figure out if there is anything I can do to crack/read/reset the lockscreen PIN / password with the device in its current state, or if a factory reset is the only option? The big issue is he does not want to lose his game save data. I work in IT, and am very comfortable with both Linux & Windows command line tools. Is it possible for me to access the files on his Kindle, or to perform root modifications while unable to get past the lock screen password? I have read many posts on this forum, but cannot find one which speaks to my specific situation. Thanks in advance for any replies!
danimal71 said:
Hi All,
My 10 y.o. son changed the lockscreen password on his Kindle Fire 2 HD 7" and is now unable to access. He has used all but 2 of the allowed unlock attempts, and is now 2 tries away from an automatic factory reset. The device has all stock settings, has not been rooted nor any other modifications. I'm trying to figure out if there is anything I can do to crack/read/reset the lockscreen PIN / password with the device in its current state, or if a factory reset is the only option? The big issue is he does not want to lose his game save data. I work in IT, and am very comfortable with both Linux & Windows command line tools. Is it possible for me to access the files on his Kindle, or to perform root modifications while unable to get past the lock screen password? I have read many posts on this forum, but cannot find one which speaks to my specific situation. Thanks in advance for any replies!
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http://www.addictivetips.com/androi...e-pattern-unlock-on-android-via-adb-commands/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzdWc0ymtUU
Thanks for the link; I am not sure if USB Debugging / Enable ADB is enabled on this Kindle Fire HD device. If it is not, will this approach work? Since the lock screen password is unknown, I am not able to go into the device & check/modify this setting.
The YouTube video is not of practical use, since I am trying to avoid having to perform a factory reset.
danimal71 said:
Thanks for the link; I am not sure if USB Debugging / Enable ADB is enabled on this Kindle Fire HD device. If it is not, will this approach work? Since the lock screen password is unknown, I am not able to go into the device & check/modify this setting.
The YouTube video is not of practical use, since I am trying to avoid having to perform a factory reset.
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No, the instructions there assume you have debugging enabled AND your computer is added to the list of authorized computers (on the device) to send adb commands. That's a nice little security feature Google added recently to prevent stolen devices from being hacked into
soupmagnet said:
No, the instructions there assume you have debugging enabled AND your computer is added to the list of authorized computers (on the device) to send adb commands. That's a nice little security feature Google added recently to prevent stolen devices from being hacked into
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Thanks, so if I'm reading this correctly - if I am unable to connect via ADB, I have no option except for the factory reset? Am I able to root the device while the lock screen password is unknown, or would that process also be blocked to me? The factory reset is easy enough, and I know we can reinstall his games, apps, and books - but the big problem (for my son at least!) is that he will lose all of his Dragonvale progress save data!
I have a different approach on it that may be more complicated and I don't know the full method of doing this, but if u can flash twrp onto the recovery and the custom bootloader for kf2 (is it fff?) Then in twrp u could mount the partition, plug it into your pc, and copy the data folder for that game. But I am unfamiliar with the process for modifying the boot loader on kf2's since I don't have one. I know u could probably flash twrp from fastboot, but idk if the kf2 has be booted up with adb and root to install fff. Probably could force it into recovery by softbricking it but I don't suggest doing that from fastboot because it might hard brick if u flash a bad image for all I know. Only way I can think of safely getting it to soft brick and go into twrp is to get someone else with a rooted kf2 to do something like use adb to move their framework-res.apk to sdcard and then backup the system partition while the kindle is in a broken state and pull the backup, then put their framework back, chmod it and reboot and hand u the system image that's broken so u could flash it from fastboot. Usually when you do something like this the ki dle will go into recovery. Told ya my method was really complicated and well slightly risky.
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danimal71 said:
Hi All,
My 10 y.o. son changed the lockscreen password on his Kindle Fire 2 HD 7" and is now unable to access. He has used all but 2 of the allowed unlock attempts, and is now 2 tries away from an automatic factory reset. The device has all stock settings, has not been rooted nor any other modifications. I'm trying to figure out if there is anything I can do to crack/read/reset the lockscreen PIN / password with the device in its current state, or if a factory reset is the only option? The big issue is he does not want to lose his game save data. I work in IT, and am very comfortable with both Linux & Windows command line tools. Is it possible for me to access the files on his Kindle, or to perform root modifications while unable to get past the lock screen password? I have read many posts on this forum, but cannot find one which speaks to my specific situation. Thanks in advance for any replies!
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As you are an IT experts, you may try to unlock your lock screen password with some free tool, such as Ophcrack. Also you can try other Windows Password Recovery tools to keep all data safe. I got this Youtube video: youtu.be/QyGptsC3VLg
When i put on the chip, the IMEI set to NULL
I've already tried many ways to fix this, but no success...
Please, someone help me!
I don't want to lost my optimus G!
thanks
You should restore your imei with your EFS backup...have you unlock with freegee or you are completely stock and have never touched nothing?
Sent from my LG-F180K using XDA Free mobile app
Sorin90 said:
You should restore your imei with your EFS backup...have you unlock with freegee or you are completely stock and have never touched nothing?
Sent from my LG-F180K using XDA Free mobile app
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first of all thanks by your attention!
I do not have a backup...
i don't know what to do...
i've unlocked with freegee many times...
but this time i got this problem!
renanreno said:
first of all thanks by your attention!
I do not have a backup...
i don't know what to do...
i've unlocked with freegee many times...
but this time i got this problem!
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Retrieve IMEI in your LG Optimus G in case of not make previous backup
The method I describe below was developed for LG G2 but has been tested successfully in the Optimus G so it's perfectly useful:
Requirements:
- The mobile must have the Stock ROM (4.1.2 or 4.4.2).
- Download Tool QSTP:
https://mega.co.nz/#!2phwmYhY!DXozTvsU4pDD5PKJcYWnuC5nKQEA0skuFeN-90dFjQU
- Download Tool IMEI Converter:
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/84115590/IMEI-Converter.zip
Steps:
1 Unzip the tool IMEI Converter to a folder:
2 Unzip tool QPST 2.7_build_4.11 in a folder and run the installation file (Setup) to install on your computer:
3 Now on the phone to enable USB Debugging. If you do not know how you can find this option in the Settings> Developmet Options>USB debugging and activate.
5 Connect the device to your computer.
6 Run the QSPT, to set it up you are clicking on the PORTS tab, then click on the ADD NEW PORT option.
7 The current port as should COM4 or 5. Note: If you do not recognize these ports any port try to recognize the phone or another PC in the latter case.
8 Select the port and click OK. The port should show the active phone.
9 Select the phone (APQ8064) and click the Download Software option from the Start Clients menu.
10 Now give click the Backup tab. It should show the phone port.
11 Click the Start tab to start doing the backup.
12 Now find the folder named BIN located in the path:
C:/program files/Qualcomm/QSPT/, open the BIN folder and execute the file RF_NV_Manager
13 Click in File> Read from phone. The IMEI number of the phone should appear in item number 550: NV_UV_IMEI_1
If you appear get an error
14 They select OK and then click on File> Read RF NVitems supported.
15. Click on item 550. Should be displayed 9 boxes in white (empty).
16 Now run the file IMEIConverter.exe
17 Then write your IMEI (15 digits) in the Enter IMEI field. If you do not know what they find in the phone box, in some models even Optimus G is glued on the back thereof, or in the phone bill.
*** - Then click on the button <CONVERT IMEI>.
** - 18 Should appear two groups of 9 digits
18. In the program RF_NV_Manager activated the Hex box
19 Now 9 boxes appear, type the numbers generated IMEI Convert starting from the left, should be written in each box two digits consecutively until the 9 squares remain full.
20 Once the 9 squares are filled correctly you have to go to Setting option> comport> and select the port to which you are connected again and give OK
21 Select the Write NV tab.
22 Then click File> Readfrom phone.
The item number 550 should now appear.
24 Disconnect the USB cable and restart the phone.
25 Open the dialer (phone dialer) dial *#06# You should display the IMEI of your phone and the phone should be connected to the carrier signal without problems.
Important Note:
- If you give Error in step 13 run again and Method in step 13 before you dial them run error step 20.
Good luck and any thing sending me a message and i help. :good:
whit efs profesional is more easy
syverman said:
whit efs profesional is more easy
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I do not know the method you mentioned, but in any case I have already given an effective alternative for him to solve your problem, since no one has helped so far.
Milos Rea said:
Retrieve IMEI in your LG Optimus G in case of not make previous backup
The method I describe below was developed for LG G2 but has been tested successfully in the Optimus G so it's perfectly useful:
Requirements:
- The mobile must have the Stock ROM (4.1.2 or 4.4.2).
- Download Tool QSTP from this Post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1942417
- Download Tool IMEI Converter from this Post (item 2):
*http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2701861
Steps:
1 Unzip the tool IMEI Converter to a folder:
2 Unzip tool QPST 2.7_378 in a folder and run the installation file (Setup) to install on your computer:
3 Now on the phone to enable USB Debugging. If you do not know how you can find this option in the Settings> Developmet Options>USB debugging and activate.
5 Connect the device to your computer.
6 Run the QSPT, to set it up you are clicking on the PORTS tab, then click on the ADD NEW PORT option.
7 The current port as should COM4 or 5. Note: If you do not recognize these ports any port try to recognize the phone or another PC in the latter case.
8 Select the port and click OK. The port should show the active phone.
9 Select the phone (APQ8064) and click the Download Software option from the Start Clients menu.
10 Now give click the Backup tab. It should show the phone port.
11 Click the Start tab to start doing the backup.
12 Now find the folder named BIN located in the path:
C:/program files/Qualcomm/QSPT/, open the BIN folder and execute the file RF_NV_Manager
13 Click in File> Read from phone. The IMEI number of the phone should appear in item number 550: NV_UV_IMEI_1
If you appear get an error
14 They select OK and then click on File> Read RF NVitems supported.
15. Click on item 550. Should be displayed 9 boxes in white (empty).
16 Now run the file IMEIConverter.exe
17 Then write your IMEI (15 digits) in the Enter IMEI field. If you do not know what they find in the phone box, in some models even Optimus G is glued on the back thereof, or in the phone bill.
*** - Then click on the button <CONVERT IMEI>.
** - 18 Should appear two groups of 9 digits
18. In the program RF_NV_Manager activated the Hex box
19 Now 9 boxes appear, type the numbers generated IMEI Convert starting from the left, should be written in each box two digits consecutively until the 9 squares remain full.
20 Once the 9 squares are filled correctly you have to go to Setting option> comport> and select the port to which you are connected again and give OK
21 Select the Write NV tab.
22 Then click File> Readfrom phone.
The item number 550 should now appear.
24 Disconnect the USB cable and restart the phone.
25 Open the dialer (phone dialer) dial * # 06 # You should display the IMEI of your phone and the phone should be connected to the carrier signal without problems.
Important Note:
- If you give Error in step 13 run again and Method in step 13 before you dial them run error step 20.
Good luck and any thing sending me a message and i help. :good:
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I did everything but it is not with original imei of my carrier, is with another imei. Because?
Milos Rea said:
Retrieve IMEI in your LG Optimus G in case of not make previous backup
The method I describe below was developed for LG G2 but has been tested successfully in the Optimus G so it's perfectly useful:
Requirements:
- The mobile must have the Stock ROM (4.1.2 or 4.4.2).
- Download Tool QSTP from this Post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1942417
- Download Tool IMEI Converter from this Post (item 2):
*http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2701861
Steps:
1 Unzip the tool IMEI Converter to a folder:
2 Unzip tool QPST 2.7_378 in a folder and run the installation file (Setup) to install on your computer:
3 Now on the phone to enable USB Debugging. If you do not know how you can find this option in the Settings> Developmet Options>USB debugging and activate.
5 Connect the device to your computer.
6 Run the QSPT, to set it up you are clicking on the PORTS tab, then click on the ADD NEW PORT option.
7 The current port as should COM4 or 5. Note: If you do not recognize these ports any port try to recognize the phone or another PC in the latter case.
8 Select the port and click OK. The port should show the active phone.
9 Select the phone (APQ8064) and click the Download Software option from the Start Clients menu.
10 Now give click the Backup tab. It should show the phone port.
11 Click the Start tab to start doing the backup.
12 Now find the folder named BIN located in the path:
C:/program files/Qualcomm/QSPT/, open the BIN folder and execute the file RF_NV_Manager
13 Click in File> Read from phone. The IMEI number of the phone should appear in item number 550: NV_UV_IMEI_1
If you appear get an error
14 They select OK and then click on File> Read RF NVitems supported.
15. Click on item 550. Should be displayed 9 boxes in white (empty).
16 Now run the file IMEIConverter.exe
17 Then write your IMEI (15 digits) in the Enter IMEI field. If you do not know what they find in the phone box, in some models even Optimus G is glued on the back thereof, or in the phone bill.
*** - Then click on the button <CONVERT IMEI>.
** - 18 Should appear two groups of 9 digits
18. In the program RF_NV_Manager activated the Hex box
19 Now 9 boxes appear, type the numbers generated IMEI Convert starting from the left, should be written in each box two digits consecutively until the 9 squares remain full.
20 Once the 9 squares are filled correctly you have to go to Setting option> comport> and select the port to which you are connected again and give OK
21 Select the Write NV tab.
22 Then click File> Readfrom phone.
The item number 550 should now appear.
24 Disconnect the USB cable and restart the phone.
25 Open the dialer (phone dialer) dial * # 06 # You should display the IMEI of your phone and the phone should be connected to the carrier signal without problems.
Important Note:
- If you give Error in step 13 run again and Method in step 13 before you dial them run error step 20.
Good luck and any thing sending me a message and i help. :good:
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Dear Sir, I am using this process for restoring efs/Imei of my LG optimus G f180l. the port shows in my system COM5 and when i swich my phone in LG software mode . but in step 13 it gives the error(could not communicate in diagnostic mode) during backing up. please guide me what I have to do and what mistake m I doing. PLease
gm sheikh said:
Dear Sir, I am using this process for restoring efs/Imei of my LG optimus G f180l. the port shows in my system COM5 and when i swich my phone in LG software mode . but in step 13 it gives the error(could not communicate in diagnostic mode) during backing up. please guide me what I have to do and what mistake m I doing. PLease
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put it in charge only, that help for me when i use it a long time ago
gm sheikh said:
Dear Sir, I am using this process for restoring efs/Imei of my LG optimus G f180l. the port shows in my system COM5 and when i swich my phone in LG software mode . but in step 13 it gives the error(could not communicate in diagnostic mode) during backing up. please guide me what I have to do and what mistake m I doing. PLease
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Hi, if you get the error in step 13 test select Setting option> comport> and select the port to which you are connected again and give OK. Good luck
Hey guys, I will reactivate this topic a little. I ve got LG F180K and I converted it to E975 without doing EFS backup (still had imei number but no signal). I flashed modem for K and it still didnt work, flashed L modem and it...worked. No LTE and no 2G, only 3G, still imei.
What to do then if I want come back to F180K ROM? (NO EFS BACKUP)
If you unlocked using freegee the imei backup folder is their in your internal storage root folder. freegee backups even if you don't choose to.
akahroba said:
If you unlocked using freegee the imei backup folder is their in your internal storage root folder. freegee backups even if you don't choose to.
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I didnt do freegee
BartxGamer said:
Hey guys, I will reactivate this topic a little. I ve got LG F180K and I converted it to E975 without doing EFS backup (still had imei number but no signal). I flashed modem for K and it still didnt work, flashed L modem and it...worked. No LTE and no 2G, only 3G, still imei.
What to do then if I want come back to F180K ROM? (NO EFS BACKUP)
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Do this step for no signal if your IMEI is correct(not null).Root is necessary for this step
Install "SQLite editer" from Google play to open "settings.db" in location "Data\data\com.android.providers.settings\database s" select "global" -> find "subscription_mode" change value "1" to "0" then save and exit.
kashifarif said:
Do this step for no signal if your IMEI is correct(not null).Root is necessary for this step
Install "SQLite editer" from Google play to open "settings.db" in location "Data\data\com.android.providers.settings\database s" select "global" -> find "subscription_mode" change value "1" to "0" then save and exit.
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Are you sure about that?
renanreno said:
When i put on the chip, the IMEI set to NULL
I've already tried many ways to fix this, but no success...
Please, someone help me!
I don't want to lost my optimus G!
thanks
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i have same problem due to convert f180k to e975. i have solved it by factory rest after flash and after factory reset (setting->backup and reset-> reset phone) restore IMEI and then again factory reset.
Factory reset after flash is main solution.
Sorry for necroing an old thread, but my lg g6 t- mobile h872 , suddenly says IMEI null after the latest 20a-e update. I never rooted, or flashed any custom roms before
What should I do?
Hello i tried experimenting with some custom roms and now my sim card is not being read at all.
I first installed this rom: http://www.needrom.com/download/lenovo-a806-multi-lang-1501_7-80-1_dev/
And everything worked correctly except that sometimes certain applications crash.
After i decided to try out another rom: http://www.needrom.com/download/lenovo-a806-miui-v6-13-language/
The second rom was working correctly but there was one problem.. The sim card was not being read.
After i had this problem i decided to go back and install the first working rom (the A806 multi lang rom) but the sim card issue still remained.
Please Help !
P.s My phone is Lenovo A806 and i reside in europe. I tried searching for the stock rom of this phone but i cannot find the stock emea rom whcih works in europe.
When you flashed one of the ROMs, your NVRam was deleted or destroyed.
You can fix this with nvram tools. Just the IMEI is missing. After entering the IMEI everything is fine again.
You can fix this with nvram tools. Just the IMEI is missing. After entering the IMEI everything is fine again.[/QUOTE]
Hi, I just read about NVram took and it only restores backed up IMEI numbers. I did not do a backup. My problem is listed below. Please help.
I bought a new Lenovo A806 (version android 4.4.2 - build VIBEUI_1432_ST_A806).
There were lots of Chinese writings imbedded in the rom and apps so I rooted the phone and tried to disable some apps and stupidly removed the stock phone dialer and contacts. Then whatever replacement app I tried from the Google play store did not work.
The replacement dialer gives me the message:- “You have removed/disabled Stock phone application, its required to properly functionality.” (pardon the Chinese English)
The phone cannot read the sim card and the IMEI number has disappeared. Following forum advice, I installed “mobileuncle” but cannot insert the IMEI number manually. When I go to Engineer mode, CDS information and try to go into Radio information, I get the message - “Unfortunately, Common Data Service has stopped.” So I cannot even go into Radio information.
I researched on the internet and tried to change the Rom. I installed the required version of TWRP recovery and after trying a few Roms, I managed to get Version VIBEUI_V2.0_1508_7.85.1_ST_A806 installed.
This version behaves better but still no IMEI number. Instead I get a different message – IMEI invalid.
When I try to call, I get this message: - “To place a call, first turn off Airplane mode”
But Airplane mode is off. But at least the dialer seems to be working and I am able to add contacts.
And I can get to radio information from mobileuncle with this version but when I type the IMEI number after the ST.., I get the message: “This command is not allowed in userbuild”
Even with a space between the ST and +, it still does not work and I get a different message, “at command is failed to send” I even rebooted after inserting the IMEI number and still no joy.
However, the wifi seems to be working on both above version and this.
I have a backup of the original corrupted rom so if anyone has a solution for either one, please help.
I installed the rom’s through TWRP recovery which is on my phone. I press volume and on/off buttons to enter into this.
I tried the NVram
Hey, I had the same issue a while back, it's actually easy.
Get imei.exe
Save it to this path: Windows C/Users/HP*
then open cmd, windows+R then type cmd
Type imei.exe followed by the imei
It'll generate a file, mpob format
Cut it from the path you pasted imei.exe
Paste it on your phone.
Get a file explorer that can access the root of the phone after granting root access.
Once you can access /device, go to this path /device/data/nvram/md5/Nvram_Imei
Then paste the mpob file there. If there's an existing one, delete it and rename the one you pasted as MPOB_001. You should only have one MPOB file there.
Now reboot.
I am using LG G3 D855 unlocked with Android 5.0 v21a-AME-XX (unrooted) in India. It had battery issue and was doing reboot loop frequently. So I tried to reset the firmware via LG mobile support --> Options --> Upgrade recovery and second time via LG PC suite --> Restore upgrade errors. After that the IMEI number of my handset has become null. I don't know how to restore back. Please help me as I have tried hard reset and factory reset. No use.
I am also unable to view the 'Software info' under settings as it hangs there by saying 'settings not responding'. USB OTG is also not working (tried with different pen drives).
Kindly help me.
If I take it to LG authorized service centre ( http://www.lgmobiles.com )
Try this to restore your imei
http://tips4droid.com/backup-restore-lost-imei-lg-g2/
No use
I am unable to access software info because something has happened to the firmware. The settings is getting hung and the phone restarts when I try to enter software info.
Can I take backup of the IMEI without rooting?. Your response didn't work as I am unable to access software info. Is there any other way?.
Hi,
Somehow I managed to forget my screenlock pattern (freshly changed) on my OnePlus 5T and it seems like my enrolled fingerprints are useless now. I need some help to recover access to my phone (preferably without factory reset).
This is the current situation of my phone:
- Phone Rooted
- TWRP Custom Recovery
- USB Debugging enabled
- WiFi On/Data and GPS OFF
- Currently logged in with my google account on the phone, but can't access it over the google account (i kind of disabled history and other features in my google acc).
- Also "Unknown Sources" is enabled on my phone.
If there is any way to recover the password via ADB, or to unlock the Data, that would be just awesome...
Thanks for any help.
derei said:
Hi,
Somehow I managed to forget my screenlock pattern (freshly changed) on my OnePlus 5T and it seems like my enrolled fingerprints are useless now. I need some help to recover access to my phone (preferably without factory reset).
This is the current situation of my phone:
- Phone Rooted
- TWRP Custom Recovery
- USB Debugging enabled
- WiFi On/Data and GPS OFF
- Currently logged in with my google account on the phone, but can't access it over the google account (i kind of disabled history and other features in my google acc).
- Also "Unknown Sources" is enabled on my phone.
If there is any way to recover the password via ADB, or to unlock the Data, that would be just awesome...
Thanks for any help.
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Hey Bud,
I had a similar issue when I restored a nandroid backup and the password had been glitched so that I couldn't sign into my phone anymore.
Anyways here's a shortened version of a solution I found here: https://forums.oneplus.com/threads/fix-wrong-pin-pattern-when-restoring-twrp-nandroid-backup.452384/
1. Boot into TWRP
2. Open the file manager inside of TWRP and delete (or rename - they get restored whenever the phone is booted so deleting them does no harm) the following files inside "/data/system":
-password.key
-pattern.key
-locksettings.db-wal
-locksettings.db-shm
-locksettings.db
(they might not all be there but whichever ones you can find, delete/rename)
3. Reboot your phone and you should no longer have any kind of pin/pattern on your lockscreen
4. Re-setup your password and don't forget it this time!
Hope this helps :good:
BenisMusical said:
Hey Bud,
I had a similar issue when I restored a nandroid backup and the password had been glitched so that I couldn't sign into my phone anymore.
Anyways here's a shortened version of a solution I found here: https://forums.oneplus.com/threads/fix-wrong-pin-pattern-when-restoring-twrp-nandroid-backup.452384/
1. Boot into TWRP
2. Open the file manager inside of TWRP and delete (or rename - they get restored whenever the phone is booted so deleting them does no harm) the following files inside "/data/system":
-password.key
-pattern.key
-locksettings.db-wal
-locksettings.db-shm
-locksettings.db
(they might not all be there but whichever ones you can find, delete/rename)
3. Reboot your phone and you should no longer have any kind of pin/pattern on your lockscreen
4. Re-setup your password and don't forget it this time!
Hope this helps :good:
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Hi, thanks.
I've been checking that post, but something didn't quite match. The following files are available on my phone ( /data/system):
-gatekeeper.password.key
-gatekeeper.pattern.key
-locksettings.db-shm
-locksettings.db
-locksettings.db-wal
So, as you can see, there are two files with the "gatekeeper" prefix. Are those two supposed to be also deleted (renamed)? Did you have them when you did your fix?
Thanks.
derei said:
Hi, thanks.
I've been checking that post, but something didn't quite match. The following files are available on my phone ( /data/system):
-gatekeeper.password.key
-gatekeeper.pattern.key
-locksettings.db-shm
-locksettings.db
-locksettings.db-wal
So, as you can see, there are two files with the "gatekeeper" prefix. Are those two supposed to be also deleted (renamed)? Did you have them when you did your fix?
Thanks.
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Hey man,
When I fixed my issue I didn't touch those - worst comes to worst just rename the files that were on the list I gave and leave the other 2. If it doesn't work then you can try renaming the files you found from my list as well as the two you have highlighted in red.
Give that a try
BenisMusical said:
Hope this helps :good:
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Just did the steps (including the gatekeeper. prefixed files) - I just renamed them, so I can revert back. Indeed I was able to get my phone unlocked, but everything is blank. Only a wallpaper, status bar and Nav Bar. No apps, no app drawer, nothing. I can access the Settings, but that doesn't help much... (except that I can set a new password).
Going in Settings -> Apps, shows me all the apps, which is good. But I can't see them on screen.
Also, the following are happening:
- Settings -> Apps -> Defaults: Nothing set up for "Home App". And there is a blank grey menu when I click on it.
- Settings -> Apps -> Application List -> OnePlus Launcher: clicking on Open By Default, crashes the Settings Menu.
Is it possible that I did something wrong here?
derei said:
Just did the steps (including the gatekeeper. prefixed files) - I just renamed them, so I can revert back. Indeed I was able to get my phone unlocked, but everything is blank. Only a wallpaper, status bar and Nav Bar. No apps, no app drawer, nothing. I can access the Settings, but that doesn't help much... (except that I can set a new password).
Going in Settings -> Apps, shows me all the apps, which is good. But I can't see them on screen.
Also, the following are happening:
- Settings -> Apps -> Defaults: Nothing set up for "Home App". And there is a blank grey menu when I click on it.
- Settings -> Apps -> Application List -> OnePlus Launcher: clicking on Open By Default, crashes the Settings Menu.
Is it possible that I did something wrong here?
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Possibly?
When I followed the method in the link in my previous post I had no issues - I just had to setup a new lock method.
It may have been the gatekeeper files - when I did this method previously I didn't touch those as I didn't know they were there
Do you have a backup from TWRP by any chance that you could restore?
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Possibly?
When I followed the method in the link in my previous post I had no issues - I just had to setup a new lock method.
It may have been the gatekeeper files - when I did this method previously I didn't touch those as I didn't know they were there
Do you have a backup from TWRP by any chance that you could restore?
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Restored the gatekeeper files, but no success. Same behaviour. I have a backup, but is only a "initial backup" - sort of how the phone was at first. I was too dumb to do a backup after I set up everything.
It seems my only way now would be to do a factory reset and lose all data.
Unless there would be a way to recover the password from the database? I know is encrypted and salted, but that salt also has to be stored somewhere... maybe there would be a way to revert that hash into a pattern? grr, this is extremely frustrating.
derei said:
Restored the gatekeeper files, but no success. Same behaviour. I have a backup, but is only a "initial backup" - sort of how the phone was at first. I was too dumb to do a backup after I set up everything.
It seems my only way now would be to do a factory reset and lose all data.
Unless there would be a way to recover the password from the database? I know is encrypted and salted, but that salt also has to be stored somewhere... maybe there would be a way to revert that hash into a pattern? grr, this is extremely frustrating.
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I apologise for possibly making matters worse whilst trying to help but this is beyond my understanding of TWRP's capabilities
It might be worth restoring your previous backup even if it is blank and then setting up your phone again. During the setup choose an option that should be something like: "Restore from the cloud" which will allow google to restore most of your app data. However, your internal storage will be completely wiped . Once that's all good and setup then definitely make a backup - it's a good habit to get into and will save you a lot of hassle in future.
I don't know if there's anything else I can suggest you to do,
hope this doesn't take up too much time - I personally know how infuriating it is to spend hours on something when there's no easy solution. You'd be better starting from a clean flash of OOS.
Sorry, there's nothing else I can think of to help you out
Best of luck bud.
BenisMusical said:
Sorry, there's nothing else I can think of to help you out
Best of luck bud.
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I'm grateful for your effort. It offered a solution. It just got more complicated than expected. Probably the last Oxygen update patched some security issues - which is not bad after all (it's just bad for me NOW).
Personal data is encrypted with the screen lock pattern, so your only choice is a factory reset