Elf File Analyzer

Elf File Analyzer is a compact tool whose purpose is to offer developers a way to analyze and decompile binary firmware files like Linux's ELF and Intel's HEX — from a Windows-based machine. It could prove very handy for users who barely got into Linux and wish to do their research on a more familiar platform.

Like other binary files, the ELF (Executable and Linkable Format) acts as a container for libraries, core files, and other structures. Decompiling such files lets one understand how a certain operating system work, in this case, the patient being Linux.

While managing ELF files on Linux might not seem very difficult, doing that on Windows could raise some compatibility issues. Luckily, that is exactly the job Elf File Analyzer takes care of.

The interface is basic in looks, and most of it is taken by the data view area. All loaded files will be dissected using this pane, and the handful of tools like Disassembly, Execute and Copy Text. If you want to analyze files based on rules like, readelf, objcopy, objdump, and size, the upper combo menu can help.

To sum it up, Elf File Analyzer is a smart program aimed at Linux developers who wish to decompile and investigate binary firmware files with Windows OS as their playing ground.