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⚠️ LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EDUCATIONAL AND RESEARCH USE ONLY

This software is provided for educational, research, and security analysis purposes only. It is intended to help device owners understand, diagnose, repair, and study the firmware systems in their legally owned devices.

NO WARRANTY

THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

By using this software, you acknowledge and agree that:

1. Legal Compliance

  • You are solely responsible for ensuring your use complies with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations
  • Modifying device firmware may violate applicable laws, safety standards, and manufacturer terms of service
  • Operating modified devices may be illegal in your jurisdiction
  • You will research and understand the legal implications in your specific location before use

2. Safety Risks

  • Modifying firmware can alter device behavior
  • Modified devices may be unsafe and unpredictable
  • You assume all risks associated with firmware modification
  • You are responsible for any injuries or property damage resulting from your use of modified firmware
  • The authors of this software accept NO LIABILITY for accidents, injuries, or deaths resulting from firmware modifications

3. Warranty and Insurance

  • Using this tool may void your device warranty
  • Your insurance may not cover accidents involving modified devices
  • You may be personally liable for all damages and injuries

4. No Commercial Use

  • This software is licensed under CC-BY-NC-SA-4.0 (Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0)
  • Commercial use is strictly prohibited
  • You may NOT use this software to build commercial products or offer paid services
  • You may NOT sell modified firmware, patching services, or derivative tools
  • Commercial exploitation violates the license and may subject you to legal action

5. Manufacturer Rights

  • This software was created through independent reverse engineering
  • We make no claim to any manufacturer's intellectual property
  • Manufacturers may have legal rights regarding their firmware and protocols
  • You may be subject to manufacturer terms of service and licensing agreements

SPECIFIC LEGAL WARNINGS

DMCA and Anti-Circumvention Laws (USA)

While the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) provides exemptions for vehicle repair and modification, selling or distributing circumvention tools may violate federal law under Section 1201(a)(2) anti-trafficking provisions. This software is provided for personal use only.

Product Liability

Creating or selling modified devices may expose you to significant product liability claims if users are injured. Such modifications may result in liability exceeding insurance policy limits, putting personal assets at risk.

Regulatory Compliance

Operating modified devices may violate local regulations and may result in:

  • Fines and penalties
  • Device confiscation
  • Criminal charges
  • Civil liability for accidents

International Considerations

Laws vary significantly by country and jurisdiction. Research your local laws before use.

HARM REDUCTION

If you choose to use this software despite the risks:

  1. Never modify firmware on devices used in public spaces
  2. Only use on private property with permission
  3. Wear appropriate safety equipment
  4. Start with conservative modifications and test thoroughly
  5. Maintain original firmware backups
  6. Understand that you are solely responsible for all consequences

REPORTING SECURITY VULNERABILITIES

If you discover security vulnerabilities in manufacturer firmware, we encourage responsible disclosure to the manufacturer before public discussion.

NO SUPPORT FOR ILLEGAL USE

The authors and contributors of this project:

  • Do not encourage or support illegal modifications
  • Do not provide support for unsupported modifications
  • Will not assist with commercial exploitation
  • Reserve the right to refuse support to anyone using this software for illegal purposes

ACCEPTANCE

BY USING THIS SOFTWARE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS DISCLAIMER, UNDERSTAND IT, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ITS TERMS.

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, DO NOT USE THIS SOFTWARE.

Last Updated: 2025-10-29

For questions about this disclaimer, see PRINCIPLES.md for the project's values and philosophy.