Sockets, Shellcode, Porting, and Coding: Reverse Engineering Exploits
Exploits: Sockets, Shellcode, Porting, and Coding is a 696-page security programming book covering coding, network sockets, shellcode, porting, and tool development. It presents examples and scripts in C/C++, Java, Perl, and NASL, with material on exploit development and reverse-engineering malicious code.
At a glance
- Organized around coding, sockets, shellcode, porting, and coding tools.
- Describes examples and scripts in C/C++, Java, Perl, and NASL.
- Includes discussion of Windows exploit writing and automation, and reverse engineering malicious code.
Reference price: $54.95
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines programming and scripting topics with network sockets, shellcode, and porting in one volume.
- The listed 696-page length provides room for multiple subject areas and code examples.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Syngress |
|---|---|
| Publication date | May 10, 2005 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 696 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1597490059 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1597490054 |
| Weight listed | 2.15 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 7.06 x 1.26 x 9.24 inches |
What to know before buying
- Published in 2005, so readers should assess whether its software, platform, and exploit examples suit their current environment. The listing describes defensive uses, but the subject matter also covers exploit writing and automation.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Security professionals building programming and scripting skills across C/C++, Java, Perl, or NASL.
- Readers seeking a broad, book-length introduction to sockets, shellcode, porting, and security tool coding.
Less suited to
- Readers looking specifically for a current reference on modern platforms, since this edition was published in 2005.
- Readers seeking a narrow reference focused on just one programming language or one security topic.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
What subjects does the book cover?
The listing describes five areas: coding, sockets, shellcode, porting, and coding tools, with examples in C/C++, Java, Perl, and NASL.
Is this a recent guide to security development?
No. The listed publication date is May 10, 2005. Check that its examples and platform coverage fit your intended use.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 696 pages.
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