A system for modifying a compiled executable code file by adding patches that add functionality when the modified executable code file is executed. The modifying is performed without recompiling, relinking or rewriting the code file. Adding a patch involves creating a patch handler which when executed...http://www.google.ca/patents/US20020073398?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US20020073398 - METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MODIFYING EXECUTABLE CODE TO ADD ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONALITY
