Each of the authors would like to thank the staff at McGraw-Hill Education. In particular, we would like to thank Wendy Rinaldi and Claire Yee. You really went above and beyond, keeping us on track and greatly helping us through the process. Your highest levels of professionalism and tireless dedication to this project were truly noteworthy and bring great credit to your publisher. Thanks.
Allen Harper would like to thank his wonderful wife Corann and beautiful daughters Haley and Madison for their support and understanding as I chased yet another dream.
It is wonderful to see our family and each of us individually grow stronger in Christ each year. Madison and Haley, I love you both dearly and am proud of the young ladies you have become. In addition, I would like to thank the members of my former and current employer. To the friends at Tangible Security, I am thankful for your impact on my life—you made me better. To my brothers and sisters in Christ at Liberty University, I am excited for the years ahead as we labor together and aim to train Champions for Christ!
Daniel Regalado le gustaría agradecer primero a Dios por la bendición de estar vivo, a su esposa Diana por aguantarlo, por siempre motivarlo, por festejar cada uno de sus triunfos como si fueran de ella, por ser tan bella y atlética, te amo! A sus hijos Fercho y Andrick por ser la luz de la casa y su motor de cada dia y finalmente pero no menos importante a la Familia Regalado Arias: Fernando, Adelina, Susana Erwin y Belem, sin ellos, sus triunfos no sabrían igual, los amo! Y a su Papa Fernando, hasta el ultimo dia que respire, viviré con la esperanza de volver a abrazarte. Cape, Cone, Rober, hermandad para siempre!
Branko Spasojevic would like to thank his family—Sanja, Sandra, Ana Marija, Magdalena, Ilinka, Jevrem, Olga, Dragisa, Marija, and Branislav—for all the support and knowledge they passed on.
Another big thanks goes to all my friends and colleagues who make work and play fun. Some people who deserve special mention are Ante Gulam, Antonio, Cedric, Clement, Domagoj, Drazen, Goran, Keith, Luka, Leon, Matko, Santiago, Tory, and everyone in TAG, Zynamics, D&R, and Orca.
Ryan Linn would like to thank Heather for her support, encouragement, and advice as well as his family and friends for their support and for putting up with the long hours and infrequent communication while the book was coming together.
Thanks also go out to Ed Skoudis for pushing me to do awesome things, and to HD, Egypt, Nate, Shawn, and all the other friends and family who have offered code assistance, guidance, and support when I’ve needed it the most.
Stephen Sims would like to thank his wife LeAnne and daughter Audrey for their ongoing support with the time needed to research, write, work, teach, and travel.
He would also like to thank his parents, George and Mary, and sister, Lisa, for their support from afar. Finally, a special thanks to all of the brilliant security researchers who contribute so much to the community with publications, lectures, and tools.
Chris Eagle would like to thank his wife Kristen for being the rock that allows him to do all of the things he does. None of it would be possible without her continued support.
Linda Martinez would like to thank her mom and dad for being truly delightful people and always setting a great example to follow. Linda would also like to thank her daughter Elysia for the years of encouragement that allowed her to pursue her passions.
A big thanks to my friends and some of the brightest minds in the industry—Allen, Zack, Rob, Ryan, Bill, and Shon, may she rest in peace.
Michael Baucom would like to thank his wife, Bridget, and daughter, Tiernan, for their sacrifices and support in allowing him to pursue his professional goals.
I’d also like to thank my parents for your love, support, and instilling in me the work ethic that has carried me to this point. Additionally, I’d like to thank the Marine Corps for giving me the courage and confidence to understand that all things are possible. Finally, I’d like to thank my brother in Christ, long-time friend, and colleague, Allen Harper. Nothing can be accomplished without a great team.
We, the authors, would also like to collectively thank Hex-Rays for the generous use of their tool, IDA Pro.