Description:
Reverse engineering framework
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Type: Formula
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Latest Version: 6.0.7@0
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Tracked Since: Nov 23, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
@radareorg |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Security
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Tags:
reverse-engineering
security
debugger
disassembler
binary-analysis
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Install:
brew install radare2
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About:
radare2 is a complete framework for reverse engineering files and binaries. It provides a set of command-line tools and a library for analyzing raw binary data, supporting a wide range of architectures and file formats. Its core value is enabling deep inspection and manipulation of software without requiring source code.
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Key Features:
- Multi-architecture disassembler and debugger
- Scriptable in Python and JavaScript via r2pipe
- Supports numerous file formats (ELF, PE, Mach-O, etc.)
- Advanced binary analysis and data carving
- Built-in hexadecimal editor
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Use Cases:
- Vulnerability research and exploit development
- Malware analysis and unpacking
- Firmware analysis for embedded devices
- Software compatibility patching
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Alternatives:
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Ghidra
– Ghidra is a GUI-based suite with a powerful decompiler, whereas radare2 is primarily a command-line tool focused on scripting and automation.
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IDA Pro
– IDA Pro is the industry-standard commercial tool with a robust plugin ecosystem, while radare2 is a free and open-source alternative.
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