radare2 ☆
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Description:
Reverse engineering framework
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 6.0.7@0  |  Tracked Since: Nov 23, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @radareorg  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: reverse-engineering security debugger disassembler binary-analysis
Install: brew install radare2
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.
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
Use Cases:
  • Vulnerability research and exploit development
  • Malware analysis and unpacking
  • Firmware analysis for embedded devices
  • Software compatibility patching
Alternatives:
  • Ghidra – Ghidra is a GUI-based suite with a powerful decompiler, whereas radare2 is primarily a command-line tool focused on scripting and automation.
  • IDA Pro – IDA Pro is the industry-standard commercial tool with a robust plugin ecosystem, while radare2 is a free and open-source alternative.
Version History
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