Fern Wifi Cracker
A Wireless Security Auditing and Attack Software.
Overview
Fern Wifi Cracker is a Python-based graphical user interface (GUI) tool designed to make wireless security testing more accessible. It wraps several command-line tools, including the Aircrack-ng suite and Reaver, into a user-friendly interface. This allows users to scan for networks, capture handshakes, and launch cracking attacks against WEP, WPA, and WPS encrypted networks without needing to memorize complex commands.
✨ Key Features
- Graphical User Interface (GUI)
- Scans for and displays nearby wireless networks
- Automated attacks for WEP, WPA, and WPS
- Session hijacking capabilities
- Integrated Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) engine
🎯 Key Differentiators
- User-friendly Graphical User Interface (GUI)
- Includes additional features like session hijacking
Unique Value: Lowers the barrier to entry for wireless security testing by providing a simple graphical interface for complex command-line attacks.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Using the GUI to automate the process of capturing a WPA handshake and starting a dictionary attack.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Advanced, customized, or scripted attacks
- Use in environments without a graphical desktop
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a GUI, which is a significant differentiator from command-line-only tools like Wifite and Aircrack-ng, making it easier for beginners.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
💰 Pricing
Free tier: The community version is free and open-source.
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