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Xiaomi 17

• Brand: Xiaomi
• Model: Xiaomi 17
• Android version: 16 (HyperOS)
• Kernel: 6.12.x
• SoC: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (SM8850)
• Bootloader: unlockable (Mi Unlock; public GBL chain worked until patched)
• Root status: rootable after unlock

Root methods (what works)

• Magisk / KernelSU after bootloader unlock.
• The public GBL exploit chain (2026) unlocked bootloaders directly on older builds — patched in HyperOS 3.0.304.0.

Unlock notes

• Standard Mi Unlock route: Mi account, waiting period, then fastboot unlock.

Gotchas

• Do not update past HyperOS 3.0.304.0 if you plan to use the GBL chain.

Sources

• mezha.ua (GBL exploit coverage), tryigit.dev whitepaper

Submitted by

Unbolt Inc. (community research)

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