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NSA s Ghidra Hacking Forever Changed.

NSA s Ghidra Hacking Forever Changed.

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introducing Ghidra, a free and open-source reverse engineering tool developed by the US NSA. The discussion highlights Ghidra's utility for disassembling software to understand its inner workings, which is crucial for malware analysis, identifying vulnerabilities, and even bypassing authentication mechanisms. OTW demonstrates basic reverse engineering techniques using "crackme" programs, such as searching for strings to uncover hidden information like passwords, and explains how the tool can decompile assembly code back into a more readable language like C. The video also touches on the historical impact of reverse engineering, referencing the WannaCry ransomware attack and its kill switch discovery, and reassures viewers about Ghidra's security despite its NSA origin, emphasizing its role in enhancing the cybersecurity community's skills. Finally, OTW promotes his new book, "Python Basics for Hackers," which is available for pre-order with a discount.
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