makesig plugin overview
The makesig plugin was introduced in the IDA 8.4 release, and it is a convenient tool for generating FLIRT signatures from a current database. As you probably already know, FLIRT stands for Fast LibrarybIdentification and Recognition Technology, allowing IDA to recognize standard library functions generated by supported compilers. This technology improves […]
IDA 8.4 Service Pack 1 (SP1) is now live and ready to download. This release includes mainly bug fixes and refinements.
How to request the new versions
All new versions are free for users with an active support plan. Please use the “Help > Check for free update” menu item in IDA. It is also possible to […]
We heard you and have developed a cheaper and optimized online training program that provides fundamental knowledge about IDA Pro. Our new sessions take just one day of your time. Still, their content is carefully curated to provide you with all the necessary information to feel confident using IDA Pro and reverse engineer simple binaries […]
A handful of our users have already requested information regarding the Qt 5.15.2 build, that is shipped with IDA 8.4.
The Qt sources used by IDA are:
based on Qt 5.15.2,
to which the KDE Qt5 patch collection has been added,
plus a few custom patches/fixes
Rebuilding Qt from source
In order to obtain compatible libs, the simplest way forward is to
It is official! IDA 8.4 has now been released, and we are beyond excited to share the new features and improvements with you.
This new version combines enhanced support for a bunch of processors, Mach-O file improvements, some signature boosts, standard plugin updates, and a shiny new set of UI refinements that will make your analysis […]
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In the heart of Versailles, an unexpected discovery sent ripples through the palace. Madame de Maintenon (the IDA Lady), the secret wife of Louis XIV, stumbled upon an unusual letter, containing a hidden plot for a coup. This letter, with its strange symbols, triggered a quest for answers. With unwavering determination, Madame de Maintenon (aka […]
Welcome to a new chapter of Igor’s invaluable insights! At Hex-Rays, we understand the importance of continuous learning in our ever-evolving field. Therefore, we are thrilled to introduce you to Igor’s Tip of the Week – Season 3.
Three years ago, we embarked on a mission to empower IDA’s […]
The Rust language is gaining popularity and nowadays even malware authors started using it, which means our users need to analyze them in IDA. The binaries produced by the Rust compiler have some peculiarities which make them difficult to analyze, such as:
non-standard calling conventions
non-terminated string literals
unusual name mangling scheme
While tackling all of them is a […]
Hex-Rays is thrilled to announce its sponsorship and participation at the highly anticipated Code Blue conference in Tokyo, Japan, on 8-9 November 2023. The attendance of the leading provider of advanced binary analysis tools confirms its commitment to fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing within the cybersecurity sector.
Code Blue, an internationally renowned gathering of information […]