Using a Dynamic Binary Modifier

Abstract

This chapter is intended to provide the basic knowledge and terminology necessary to get started using a dynamic binary modification system. The content is geared toward potential users of these systems, be they computer architects, software engineers, or systems researchers. Advanced details about the internal implementation of these systems will not be covered until Chapter 6, and it will be geared toward those wishing to do research or development on binary modification systems directly. Instead, the discussion in this chapter will remain high level and system independent whenever possible. Specific systems, such as Pin, DynamoRIO, or Valgrind, will be discussed as necessary, always from a system usability perspective.