BEGINNER • Data Types and Scanning
Advanced Scan Options
This lesson covers advanced scan options in the context of Data Types and Scanning. Topics include: Search for value type, ReadProcessMemory(hProcess, addr, ...), First Scan / Next Scan in Cheat Engine. Educational use only.
Code Example
// Config and update system
// Encrypted config file
// Version check, auto-update
// Feature flags per game versionCommands & References
- Search for value type
- ReadProcessMemory(hProcess, addr, ...)
- First Scan / Next Scan in Cheat Engine
Lab Steps
- Set up your environment: Search for value type
- Locate the target process or game and attach your tool.
- Apply the technique and verify the result.
- Document your findings and any variations.
- Consider detection risks and mitigation.
Exercises
- Try the same technique on a different value type or game.
- Explore what happens when the game updates.
- Consider how anti-cheat might detect this.
- Design a minimal, undetectable implementation.