edb

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What is edb?

edb is a graphical debugger for examining native x86 and x86-64 programs on Linux. It includes instruction debugging, register inspection, and memory inspection. It is aimed at Linux developers investigating native binary execution.

Instruction debugging

Register inspection

Memory inspection

Is it a good fit?

Best suited to

Linux developers investigating native binary execution

Before you choose

Linux is the project's officially supported platform. Binary debugging requires knowledge of the architecture and executable format.

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The application is distributed under GPL-2.0. The listed desktop or mobile software can be used on an ongoing basis without a software subscription. Linux is the project's officially supported platform.

The $0 price applies to the listed open source application. Linux is the project's officially supported platform.

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Why consider it

Brings instruction debugging and register inspection into the same workflow.

Open a debug target, pause at the relevant instruction, and compare registers and memory while following the control flow that leads to the problem.

What to keep in mind

Linux is the project's officially supported platform.

Binary debugging requires knowledge of the architecture and executable format.

How to use it well

edb fits Linux developers investigating native binary execution. Open a debug target, pause at the relevant instruction, and compare registers and memory while following the control flow that leads to the problem.

Linux is the project's officially supported platform. Binary debugging requires knowledge of the architecture and executable format. Keep working files under version control so subsequent changes can be reviewed and reversed.

A few things you might be wondering.

Is edb free?

The application is distributed under GPL-2.0. The listed desktop or mobile software can be used on an ongoing basis without a software subscription. Linux is the project's officially supported platform.

Can I use edb for instruction debugging?

Yes. edb includes instruction debugging. Open a debug target, pause at the relevant instruction, and compare registers and memory while following the control flow that leads to the problem.

Which platform does edb officially support?

Linux is the project's officially supported platform.

Where can I check the latest prices?

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