binwalk3

Tool library for analyzing binary blobs and executable code

Platforms: Linux · Last verified September 6, 2026

Binwalk is a tool for identifying, and optionally extracting, files and data that have been embedded inside of other files.

Only use this tool against systems you own or are explicitly authorized to test — see the disclaimer.

Getting started

See the official Kali tool page and upstream homepage linked above for installation and usage details.

Debian-based distribution built for penetration testing and security auditing