Malware analysis tool which investigages the resources of EXE files.
PeStudio is a portable and free program which is able to examine executable files in depth. It supports both 32-bit and 64-bit EXE files.
To perform an analysis of a particular file, you can drag it from Windows Explorer into the program interface. Once loaded, it will display different bits of information such as the libraries it uses and loads, import and export functions, compatibility and more. It can also be used to grab information from VirusTotal, allowing users to quickly determine whether the file has been flagged by any antivirus applications.
For users and administrators who often have to deal with executables, PeStudio is an excellent tool which provides both details for troubleshooting but also other known information from the web.
Features of PeStudio
- Customization: Options that allow you to tailor the tool to your specific needs and preferences.
- File analysis: Tools for analyzing PE files in detail, including the ability to view and edit the file's headers, import and export tables and other data structures.
- Malware detection: Detect malware in PE files. It can scan a file for known malware signatures and can also analyze the behavior of the file to identify potential malware.
- Plug-in support: Support for plug-ins, which allow you to extend the capabilities of the tool with additional features and functionality.
- Reverse engineering: Tools for reverse engineering PE files, including the ability to disassemble the file's code and view it in assembly language.
- Security analysis: Analyze the security of PE files, including the ability to identify vulnerabilities and other security risks.
- User-friendly interface: Makes it easy to use, even for those who are new to the tool.
Compatibility and License
PeStudio is a restricted version of commercial software, often called freemium which requires you to pay a license fee to unlock additional features which are not accessible with the free version. Download and installation of this software is free, however other similar programs are available from PC utilities which may have what you need. 9.58 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can PeStudio run on?
PeStudio can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
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