dirtyZero
dirtyZero – Hide Dock, Home Bar & More (No Jailbreak Needed) – iOS 16 to 18.3.2
DirtyZero is a simple tweak tool by @skadz108 that uses a newly discovered iOS bug (CVE-2025-24203) to let you customize your iPhone’s look and behavior, without jailbreaking.
You can easily hide system elements like:
🔹 Dock
🔹 Home Bar
🔹 Folder backgrounds
🔹 Notification backgrounds
🔹 Unlock screen background
🔹 Silently record calls (no notification)
All this works on iOS 16 through iOS 18.3.2—no jailbreak required!
Supported iOS Versions:
- iOS 16.0 – 16.7.10
- iOS 17.0 – 17.7.5
- iOS 18.0 – 18.3.2
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.
Although Apple seems to have patched the bug in iOS 18.4, they didn’t mention it in the update notes, so it’s unclear if all devices are fully protected. For now, dirtyZero is a proof-of-concept focused on UI tweaks like hiding system elements, but more features could come in future updates.
⚠️ Security Tip:
iOS 18.4 likely patches the bug, but Apple hasn’t confirmed it clearly. To stay safe, update to iOS 18.4 or later and avoid using tools that rely on unpatched system bugs.
DirtyZero is currently a proof of concept, perfect for those who want to customize their iPhone without jailbreaking.
Downloaded dirtyZero
v_1.0.1
How do I respring after applying changes?
There are two ways to manually respring your device. Method 1 is the most reliable — use it if possible.
Method 1: Use a Respring App
- Install respringapp.ipa
- Open the app from your Home Screen
- Your device should instantly respring 🔥
This method is provided by @nyaathea.
Due to how it works, it can’t be built directly into the dirtyZero app, so it’s offered as a separate IPA.
Method 2: Use Display Zoom to Respring
Before applying any tweaks:
- Go to Settings > Display & Brightness > Display Zoom
- Choose the opposite option from what you’re currently using (e.g., switch from “Standard” to “Zoomed” or vice versa)
After applying the tweaks:
- Go back to the same Display Zoom setting
- Switch it back to your original option
This change forces a soft respring and applies your changes.
DirtyZero is a solid alternative to iDevice ToolKit and mdc0 Tweak. These apps helped inspire its creation and shaped how it uses memory tweaks for customization.
To install dirtyZero IPA with AltStore
Step 01. Install AltStore on your iOS device.
Step 02. Download the dirtyZero IPA file.
Open the AltStore app on your device and go to the “My Apps” tab.
Step 03. Tap on the plus “+” icon at the top, then browse and select the dirtyZero IPA file you downloaded.
Step 04. If it’s your first time using AltStore, 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 app will begin to install, and once completed, you can open it from your Home screen.
How to Install dirtyZero IPA with Sideloadly
Step 01. Download the latest version of Sideloadly for Windows or macOS and install it on your PC.
Step 02. Download the dirtyZero IPA file from this page and save it to your computer.
Step 03. Connect your iOS device to your computer using a USB cable.
Step 04. Open the 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 begin installing dirtyZero IPA on your iOS device.
Step 08. Once the app is installed, please don’t open it yet. You must verify your Apple ID profile if it’s your first time using Sideloadly. To do it, 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.
TrollStore
TrollStore is a permasigned jailed app that can permanently 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.
ESign
ESign is a free mobile IPA signature tool for iOS, allowing you to sign apps with your certificates and install them on your iPhone or iPad. It serves as a sideloading alternative with support for iOS 11 up to iOS 17. x, enabling the installation of IPA files without a computer.
Scarlet
Scarlet is installed with this tool, which allows you to add jailbroken repos and install IPA, all without a jailbreak, with support for iOS 11 up to iOS 17 and higher.
Compatibility iOS & iPadOS
- iOS 18.0, iOS 18.0.1, iOS 18.1, iOS 18.2, iOS 18.2.1, iOS 18.3, iOS 18.31, iOS 18.3.2.
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, and iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, iPhone XR.