Decompiling the GPL violated Linux kernel using Evolutionary Algorithms

279 · Farooq Karimi Zadeh · Sept. 12, 2025, 8:39 a.m.
Summary
This blog post discusses using evolutionary algorithms for decompiling Linux kernel binaries into C code, addressing violations of GPL due to companies not releasing source code. It proposes a novel approach combining optimization problems, population-based heuristics, and mentions the complex nature of achieving byte-equivalent decompilation. The author shares personal insights and research ideas regarding gene programming and decompilation challenges.