binary-analysis-patterns

version: 4.1.0-fractal name: binary-analysis-patterns description: Master binary analysis patterns including disassembly, decompilation, control flow analysis, and code pattern recognition. Use when analyzing executables, understanding compiled code, or performing static analysis on binaries.

Binary Analysis Patterns

Comprehensive patterns and techniques for analyzing compiled binaries, understanding assembly code, and reconstructing program logic.

Use this skill when

• Working on binary analysis patterns tasks or workflows
• Needing guidance, best practices, or checklists for binary analysis patterns

Do not use this skill when

• The task is unrelated to binary analysis patterns
• You need a different domain or tool outside this scope

Instructions

• Clarify goals, constraints, and required inputs.
• Apply relevant best practices and validate outcomes.
• Provide actionable steps and verification.
• If detailed examples are required, open resources/implementation-playbook.md.

Disassembly Fundamentals

🧠 Knowledge Modules (Fractal Skills)

1. x86-64 Instruction Patterns

2. ARM Assembly Patterns

3. Conditional Branches

4. Loop Patterns

5. Switch Statement Patterns

6. Array Access

7. Structure Access

8. Linked List Traversal

9. String Operations

10. Arithmetic Patterns

11. Bit Manipulation

12. Variable Recovery

13. Function Signature Recovery

14. Type Recovery

15. Improving Decompilation

16. Pattern Matching Scripts

17. IDAPython Analysis

18. Analysis Workflow

19. Common Pitfalls