Shamiko Magisk Module: Download & Root Hiding Guide (2026)
Shamiko is an advanced closed-source Zygisk module developed by the LSPosed team (vvb2060 and collaborators) designed to provide stealthy, system-level root hiding for rooted Android devices. Working in tandem with Magisk’s Zygisk framework, Shamiko implements a “whiteout” hiding mechanism that completely conceals Magisk, KernelSU, Zygisk hooks, and superuser binaries from sensitive banking, enterprise, and DRM-protected streaming applications.
While Magisk’s built-in DenyList disables Zygisk in target processes, modern root-detection engines inspect memory maps, open file descriptors, and mount namespaces to discover root traces. Shamiko solves this by actively stripping all root footprints before target apps initialize.
Technical Specifications & Features
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Module Name | Shamiko |
| Developers | LSPosed Team (vvb2060 & contributors) |
| Architecture | Native Zygisk C++ Stealth Library |
| Operation Mode | Whiteout Root Masking / Mount Namespace Isolation |
| Root Compatibility | Magisk v24+ (Zygisk ON), KernelSU, APatch |
| Android OS Support | Android 8.1 through Android 15 & 16 |
| Configuration File | /data/adb/shamiko/whitelist |
How Shamiko Hides Root from Modern Anti-Root Engines
Enterprise and financial applications use sophisticated techniques to detect rooted devices:
- Inspecting
/proc/self/mountinfo: Checking for unusual mounts such asmagisk,overlayfs, orcore/mirror. - Scanning for
subinaries: Probing system paths for superuser executables and developer tools. - Examining SELinux status: Detecting permissive SELinux or custom sepolicy rules.
- Detecting Zygote Hooks: Scanning memory addresses for injected shared libraries.
Shamiko hooks the process creation cycle in Zygote and unmounts all Magisk-related paths from the target application’s isolated namespace. It clears environment variables, removes memory hooks, and restores a completely pristine user-space environment for apps on your DenyList.
Step-by-Step Installation & Configuration Guide
Follow these steps for proper installation:
Step 1: Configure Magisk Settings
- Open the Magisk Manager app.
- Tap the Settings icon (top right).
- Ensure Zygisk is turned ON.
- IMPORTANT: Turn OFF the “Enforce DenyList” toggle. Shamiko requires Enforce DenyList to be disabled because Shamiko takes over enforcement with its own advanced whiteout engine.
- Tap Configure DenyList, tap the three-dot menu, select Show system apps, and check the banking, payment, and security apps you wish to protect.
Step 2: Install Shamiko Module
- Download the verified package from the links below:
- In Magisk Manager, navigate to the Modules tab.
- Tap Install from Storage and select the downloaded Shamiko zip.
- Wait for the terminal to display
Done!, then tap Reboot.
Step 3: Verify Shamiko Activation
- Launch Magisk Manager after reboot.
- Under Modules, verify Shamiko displays description: “Shamiko is working in whitelist mode” or “Shamiko is working in blacklist mode”.
- Launch your banking app or root-checker app to verify that root status is fully hidden.
Official Links & Repository Resources
- Official Release: Shamiko Magisk Module
- Quick Download: Download Shamiko Lsposed Module
- Directory: Access more security modules here or via the link at magiskmodules.gitlab.io.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why must “Enforce DenyList” be turned OFF for Shamiko?
Magisk’s built-in Enforce DenyList simply unhooks Zygisk from target processes without actively masking filesystem paths. When Enforce DenyList is enabled, Shamiko is disabled. Disabling the toggle allows Shamiko to read the configured list while applying its superior stealth unmount techniques.
Does Shamiko work on KernelSU or APatch?
Yes. On KernelSU or APatch, Shamiko functions through a Zygisk provider module (such as Zygisk Next).