Disassembleres
Disassembleres are software tools that convert machine code into human-readable assembly language for a specific processor architecture. They operate on executable binaries, object files, or firmware, helping analysts understand the exact instructions a program executes and how it manipulates memory and control flow. Unlike compilers, which translate high-level source code to machine code, disassemblers work in the reverse direction.
Disassembleres may be static, analyzing code without running it, or dynamic, tracing a program as it executes
Output typically consists of assembly listings in a chosen syntax (for example Intel or AT&T style), annotated
Common uses include reverse engineering, malware analysis, firmware inspection, vulnerability research, software debugging for binary-only programs,
Legal and ethical considerations apply when analyzing software not owned by the user or governed by licenses