Resource Hacker

by Angus Johnsonv5.2.8

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Resource Hacker is a program that allows you to compile and decompile various resources and file types.

Install with winget

$ winget install --id AngusJohnson.ResourceHacker --exact --version 5.2.8

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for Resource Hacker

Resource Hacker uses EXE (Inno Setup). The silent install switches are /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART.

One-line silent install (x86, machine scope)

reshacker_setup.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART

See the full silent install reference for Resource Hacker →

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Installers · v5.2.8

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x86	EXE Inno Setup	machine		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

1 known CVE via NVD

high7.3Patched in wingetCVE-2024-1112affects v3.6.0.92Jan 31, 2024
Heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Resource Hacker, developed by Angus Johnson, affecting version 3.6.0.92. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code via a long filename argument.

Source: NVD, updated 3h ago. Patch status is best-effort: NVD's fix version is compared against the latest version in winget, but the two version formats don't always align. Confirm with the vendor advisory before treating any specific build as safe.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install Resource Hacker on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id AngusJohnson.ResourceHacker --exact --version 5.2.8. winget downloads the installer from Angus Johnson and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install Resource Hacker silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id AngusJohnson.ResourceHacker --exact 5.2.8 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

What are the silent install switches for Resource Hacker?

Resource Hacker uses EXE (Inno Setup). Run the downloaded installer with: reshacker_setup.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART. The silent switches are /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART.

How do I uninstall Resource Hacker via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id AngusJohnson.ResourceHacker --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from Resource Hacker's Apps & Features entry.

Is Resource Hacker free?

Resource Hacker is distributed under Freeware. Refer to the publisher (https://www.angusj.com/resourcehacker/) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does Resource Hacker work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls Resource Hacker directly from the publisher.

How do I keep Resource Hacker up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id AngusJohnson.ResourceHacker --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 1 version of Resource Hacker from microsoft/winget-pkgs.