Ghidra
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What both publish
| Fact | Ghidra | Krakatau |
|---|---|---|
| License | The repository includes the Apache License, Version 2.0, which grants no-charge, royalty-free copyright and patent licenses subject to its terms. | The repository is marked as GPL-3.0 licensed. |
| Purpose | Ghidra is a software reverse engineering framework maintained by the NSA Research Directorate. | Krakatau provides tools to decompile, assemble, and disassemble Java bytecode. |
Ghidra plans
- GhidraFree
Krakatau plans
- Free and open sourceFree
Pick Ghidra if…
Ghidra suits people analyzing compiled software who need disassembly, decompilation, scripting, or automated workflows. Its extension options may also fit users developing analysis tools in Java or Python.
Pick Krakatau if…
Krakatau suits Linux users who need to inspect or edit Java bytecode, including obfuscated code. Its decompiler limitations make it a better fit for older code than for some Java 8+ features.