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VTable layout differences between MSVC and Clang compilers in C++ binaries [v2.4 Technical Discussion]

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1개월 전 · Jul 16, 2026 4:20 PM
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Key differences in compiled Virtual Method Tables when reversing MSVC vs Clang:

  1. Multiple Inheritance: MSVC creates separate VTable thunks ([thunk]:MyClass::Func with sub rcx, delta) to adjust the this pointer for secondary base classes.
  2. RTTI Descriptors: MSVC places CompleteObjectLocator pointer at offset -0x8 above the VTable. Clang/GCC Itanium ABI places TypeInfo pointer at -0x8 and offset-to-top at -0x10.
  3. Destructors: MSVC generates both a scalar deleting destructor and non-deleting destructor in the VTable slots.
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1개월 전 · Jul 16, 2026 9:04 PM
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Understanding offset-to-top in Clang VTables is essential when reversing cross-platform games on Linux/SteamOS.

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1개월 전 · Jul 17, 2026 12:58 AM
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Great comparison of ABI specifications.