dirtyZero

dirtyZero is an iOS customization tool that helps hide the Dock, Home Bar, and more on iOS 16 to 18.3.2 + Devices.

DirtyZero is a simple iOS customization tweak tool developed by @skadz108 using a newly discovered iOS bug (CVE-2025-24203). It allows you to customize your iPhone’s lock screen, home bar, springboard, and icon backgrounds without jailbreaking.

dirtyZero will help you to hide the following system elements:

  • Dock
  • Home Bar
  • icons background
  • Sprinboard
  • Folder backgrounds
  • Notification backgrounds
  • Unlock-screen background

This Jailbreak solution is compatible with the latest iPhone & iPad Models on iOS 16 – iOS 18.3+.

dirtyZero Supported iOS Versions:

  • iOS 18.0 – 18.3.2
  • iOS 16.0 – 16.7.10
  • iOS 17.0 – 17.7.5

Compatibility Devices

  • iPhone 16e, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max
  • iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11
  • iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, iPhone XR.

Note* – All file modifications are done in memory. If something goes wrong or you want to revert the tweaks, just force reboot your phone.

This exploit works by zeroing out parts of protected memory, rather than injecting new data, similar to older bugs like MacDirtyCow, but more limited. It’s mainly used for visual tweaks, though future updates may add more features.

This exploit works similarly to the technology used in MacDirtyCow. It will work by zeroing out parts of protected Memory rather than injecting new data. However, it will have more limited features than the MacDirtyCow bug. This exploit will mainly be used for the visual tweaks.

Downloaded dirtyZero

Latest Update: v_1.0.1

How can I respring after I apply the changes?

There are 2 methods for manually respringing your device. Method 1 is the most reliable; use it if you can.

Method 1: Use fancy respring app

  1. Install respringapp.ipa.
  2. Try to open the app from the Home Screen.
  3. You should get an instant respring.

This method is brought to you by @nyaathea. Due to the technique’s nature, it is impossible to integrate this directly into the dirtyZero app, hence the separate IPA.

Method 2: Display & Text Size

  1. Before applying the tweaks, go into Settings > Display & Brightness > Display Zoom
  2. Pick the option that’s opposite of the one you’re currently using.
  3. After applying the tweaks.
  4. Go back into Settings > Display & Brightness > Display Zoom
  5. Pick the option that’s opposite of the one you’re currently using.

dirtyZero is best alternative solution for the unc0ver jailbreak, that works on iOS 16 – iOS 18.4.

How to install dirtyZero IPA using AltStore

Step 01. Download and install AltStore on your iOS device.

Step 02. Use the above button to download the dirtyZero IPA file.

Open the AltStore app, then go to the “My Apps” tab.

Step 03. Tap the plus “+” icon at the top, then browse and select the downloaded dirtyZero IPA file.

Step 04. If you use AltSote for the first time, you will be asked to enter your Apple ID and password. AltStore requires it to sign the app so it can be installed. We recommend you use a burner account.

Step 05. The dirtyZero app will begin to install, and once completed, you can open it from your Home screen.

Install dirtyZero IPA with the Sideloadly Tool.

Step 01. Download & Install the latest version of Sideloadly for Windows or macOS.

Step 02. Download the dirtyZero IPA file.

Step 03. Connect your iDevice to your PC using a USB cable.

Step 04. Open the installed Sideloadly app on your PC.

You may be prompted to install the Mail Plug-in. Click the “Yes” button to continue.

Enter your Apple ID email under the “Apple account” field.

Step 05. Drag and drop the dirtyZero IPA file into the IPA field shown on the left side of the interface. An IPA image represents the field.

Step 06. Click the “Start” button to begin the sideloading and installing the IPA.

When prompted, enter your Apple ID password. The tool uses your Apple ID to sideload the app. We recommend you use a burner account.

Step 07. Sideloadly will start installing dirtyZero IPA on your iDevice.

Step 08. Once the app is installed, please don’t open it yet. If this is your first time using Sideloadly, you must verify your Apple ID profile. To do this, go to Settings > General > Device Management. Tap on your Apple ID and press the Trust button. Tap on Trust again from the pop-up alert.

Step 09. Now go to the Home screen to open the installed app.

Other methods to install dirtyZero IPA.

vIa TrollStore

TrollStore is a permanently signed jailed iOS app that can permanently sign and install any IPA installer, supporting iOS 14.0, iOS 15, iOS 16, and iOS 17.0. It works by using AMFI/CoreTrust to verify that the root certificate is used to sign the app and not revoke it.

Download TrollStore IPA installer

ESign

ESign is a free mobile IPA signature tool for iOS. It allows you to sign apps with your certificates and install them on your iPhone or iPad. It is a sideloading alternative with support for iOS 11 up to iOS 17. x, enabling the installation of IPA files without a computer.

Download e-Sing IPA Signer

Via Scarlet

Scarlet is another iOS tool that you need to sign and install first. It allows you to add jailbroken repos and install IPA without a jailbreak, and it supports iOS 11 up to iOS 18 and higher.

Download Scarlet IPA Installer

Credits

  • Skadz for making this app.
  • lunginspector for the UI and numerous tweaks.
  • Ian Beer of Google Project Zero for discovering and publishing the exploit.