unyaffs
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Description:
Extract files from a YAFFS2 filesystem image
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: yaffs2 forensics embedded extraction filesystem
Install: brew install unyaffs
About:
Unyaffs is a command-line utility designed to extract files and directories from YAFFS2 (Yet Another Flash File System 2) images. It provides a straightforward method to access and recover data from flash memory dumps, commonly found in embedded systems and mobile devices. This tool is essential for digital forensics and embedded systems development tasks.
Key Features:
  • Extracts files from YAFFS2 images
  • Command-line interface for scripting
  • Preserves original file structure and metadata
  • Lightweight and dependency-free
Use Cases:
  • Digital forensics analysis of embedded device storage
  • Extracting firmware or user data from flash memory dumps
  • Embedded systems development and debugging
Version History
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Sep 11, 2025 11:55pm 1 VERSION_BUMP 965104ac