Ida Pro Server FAQs

Question 1

What are the prerequisites for using IDA Pro Server?

Accepted Answer

You need IDA Pro 8.3 or later, Node.js 18 or later, and TypeScript.  You also need to install the IDA Pro Remote Control Plugin and configure the MCP server.

Question 2

How does IDA Pro Server enhance my workflow?

Accepted Answer

By integrating AI assistants, IDA Pro Server automates repetitive tasks, allowing you to focus on higher-level analysis and accelerate your reverse engineering process.  It also provides a standardized interface for AI interaction with IDA Pro.

Question 3

Is the communication secure?

Accepted Answer

By default, the IDA Pro Remote Control Plugin only listens on `127.0.0.1` (localhost) for security reasons. Be cautious if you modify the host to allow remote access and understand the security implications.

Question 4

What is IDA Pro Server?

Accepted Answer

IDA Pro Server is a bridge between AI assistants and IDA Pro, enabling AI to automate reverse engineering and binary analysis tasks. It uses a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for communication.

Question 5

What can I do with IDA Pro Server?

Accepted Answer

You can use AI assistants to execute Python scripts within IDA Pro, retrieve information about binaries (strings, imports, exports, functions), search for values/text/byte sequences, get disassembly, and automate various IDA Pro operations.

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