write-patch-as-yaml

To persist patch analysis as YAML, you need a known patch name, patch signature, and replacement bytes. The Skill writes these targeting details into a standardized YAML file placed in the same directory as the target binary using IDA Pro MCP.

YAML format is used to document binary patches for reproducible analysis sessions. It standardizes patch tracking data, including patch_name, patch_sig, and patch_bytes, ensuring consistent documentation across analysis workflows.

Yes, IDA Pro MCP is required to write patch signatures and replacement bytes to YAML. You must also supply a known patch name, patch signature, and replacement bytes before the YAML generation can execute.

Yes, you can include a display signature when saving patch data to YAML beside the target binary. The process supports optional patch_sig_disp alongside the required patch name, signature, and replacement bytes.

The best way to track binary patches across sessions is persisting them as a deterministic YAML file named after the patch. This standardizes patch data next to the binary, ensuring reproducible documentation for future reference.

Patch analysis results fail to save to YAML if required inputs are missing. You must provide a known patch name, patch signature, and replacement bytes, and ensure IDA Pro MCP is configured properly to generate the file.