ipsw-parser is a Python 3 utility for parsing and extracting data from Apple IPSW (iPhone Software) firmware files. It provides programmatic access to various components within an IPSW, such as kernelcaches, build manifests, and device class hashes (DSC). The library is actively maintained with frequent minor updates, currently at version 1.6.0.
pip install ipsw-parserVerified import paths — ran on the pinned version, not inferred.
This quickstart demonstrates how to initialize the `IPSW` parser with a firmware file, retrieve basic information like the device class and build ID, and extract common components such as the kernelcache and device class hashes (DSC).
Review the `pymobiledevice3` library documentation and integrate it into your project if you require the moved functionality. Check the changelog for specific removals.
Upgrade your Python environment to Python 3.9 or newer. The library's `requires_python` metadata explicitly states `>=3.9`.
Prefer using the `IPSW` object's methods (e.g., `ipsw.extract_dsc()`) rather than directly importing internal DSC modules. If you must use internal modules, consult the source code for the correct new paths.
Ensure the package is installed using `pip install ipsw-parser`. Verify your import statements, typically `from ipsw_parser.ipsw import IPSW`.
Double-check the file path. Ensure the IPSW file exists at the given location and that the path is absolute or correct relative to your script's working directory.
Verify that the file you are trying to parse is a legitimate IPSW file. You might need to download a fresh copy or check its integrity. The file extension should typically be `.ipsw`.
Ensure you are instantiating the `IPSW` class correctly, e.g., `from ipsw_parser.ipsw import IPSW; ipsw = IPSW('file.ipsw')`.