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From bytecode to bytes- automated magic packet generation

From bytecode to bytes- automated magic packet generation

4/8/2026 · Axel Boesenach

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Introduced a novel tool leveraging symbolic execution and the Z3 theorem prover to automatically generate "magic packets" that trigger Linux malware hidden within classic BPF socket programs. This significantly reduces the manual effort required for security researchers to reverse-engineer stealthy backdoors.

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