The "patch" was essentially a universal key. The modders decrypted the configuration files and modified the executable to bypass the strict firmware version checks. They bundled the necessary configuration files ( MPALL_F1_9000_v329_00.ini or similar) directly into the package.
: Users reported that a Windows security patch was bricking SSDs and USB drives using Phison controllers. The "Pre-release" Culprit phison ps225109 patched
Note: The correct model number is (or PS2309). The variant “PS225109” in your query appears to be a typographical omission of the hyphen, but the essay addresses the same controller. The "patch" was essentially a universal key
It is very difficult to tell just by looking. Generally: : Users reported that a Windows security patch
: Firmware-level locks that prevent any data modification on the drive. 2. Recovery and Maintenance Tools
While the PS2251-09 is a USB controller, it is worth noting that Phison has recently investigated stability issues across its lineup (like the E18).