PEDA
PEDA is a Python extension for GDB that enhances debugging with colorized displays and specialized commands for exploit development and binary security analysis.
PEDA is a Python extension for GDB that enhances debugging with colorized displays and specialized commands for exploit development and binary security analysis.
Checked October 2026.
PEDA (Python Exploit Development Assistance for GDB) is a Python-based extension for the GNU Debugger (GDB) that enhances the debugging experience for security researchers and exploit developers.
The tool provides visual enhancements to GDB by adding color-coded display of disassembly code, registers, and memory information during debugging sessions. This colorization makes it easier to read and analyze assembly code and system state information.
PEDA extends GDB's functionality with additional commands specifically designed for exploit development and security analysis. These commands include capabilities to check Address Space Layout Randomization (ASLR) settings, examine security features of binary executables, and display function arguments during program execution.
The tool includes features for Return-Oriented Programming (ROP) analysis, allowing users to dump and search for ROP gadgets within binary files. This functionality assists in developing exploits that bypass modern security mitigations.
PEDA integrates seamlessly with existing GDB workflows while providing enhanced visualization and specialized commands that streamline the process of analyzing vulnerabilities and developing proof-of-concept exploits.
No core features are listed for this product yet, so check the vendor's documentation for the full feature list.
No integrations are listed for this product yet. Check the vendor's documentation, or ask the vendor which integrations and APIs it supports.
Common questions about PEDA: features, pricing and alternatives.
PEDA is a product in the Penetration Testing category. It covers Reverse Engineering, Binary Analysis and Exploit Development.
PEDA is free. Download and setup instructions are at https://github.com/longld/peda/.
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PEDA is available as on-premises software. It is listed for startups, small businesses, mid-market companies and enterprises. It is free.
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