(verified boot metadata) is a partition on Android devices that stores integrity information about other partitions (like boot , system , vendor , dtbo ). It ensures that only signed, official software runs on the device.
If you are trying to root your device with Magisk or install a custom ROM like crDroid, you must address the vbmeta verification to avoid boot loops or "Invalid VBMeta Header" errors. Understanding VBMeta on the Galaxy M31
