Reverse Engineering: Create Your Own GUI CrackMe using C++

The fun way to learn how to build windows GUI programs by creating your own crackme's for reverse engineering

Created by: Paul Chin, PhD
College lecturer

What Will I Learn?

• C++ Programming
• Creating Windows GUI Based Crackmes
• Using Embarcadero C++ Builder
• Installing C++ Builder
• Simulate serial keys, trial periods, server activation, time
• Simulate functionality limits
• Create Trial Periods Crackme
• Build Client-Server Activation System
• Build Standalone Programs
• Customizing GUI Windows Styles and Icons
• Create Forms Labels Buttons Input Boxes
• Showing Message Boxes
• Build an Auto-generating Serial Number Crackme
• Showing Nag Screens
• Implementing Anti-Debugger Protection
• and more...

Requirements

• Windows PC
• Some basics in C++ Builder

Target audience

• Anyone interested to create their own crackme's for practising reversing or CTF (Capture The Flag) challenges
• Programmers who want to get started in Reverse Engineering but do not have any targets to practice on
• Students who want to learn C++ Programming the fun way
• Software Developers who want to rapidly test out new software protection ideas