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How to Hook 64-Bit Code from WOW64 32-Bit Mode

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23 Mar 2020CPOL11 min read 11.9K   13  
Being able to switch between 32-bit and 64-bit modes in Windows is a useful skill. Learn about the heaven’s gate technique and the tools and methods needed for hooking 64-bit processes from the 32-bit WOW64 mode.
In this article, we talk about the WOW64 subsystem, ways you can install 32-bit programs under WOW64, and how to switch between the 32-bit and 64-bit modes in Windows systems. We also describe how you can hook 64-bit code from WOW64 32-bit mode.

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