Hashcat
World's fastest and most advanced password recovery utility.
Overview
Hashcat is the self-proclaimed world's fastest password cracker. It is available for Linux, OS X, and Windows and can come in a CPU-based or GPU-based variant. It supports a wide variety of hashing algorithms and attack modes, making it a versatile tool for penetration testers and security professionals.
✨ Key Features
- GPU-based cracking for high performance
- Supports over 300 hash algorithms
- Multiple attack modes (Brute-force, Dictionary, Hybrid, etc.)
- Distributed cracking support
- Open-source and cross-platform
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Massive performance advantage due to GPU acceleration
- Extensive support for different hash types
- Advanced attack modes and features
Unique Value: Provides the fastest and most powerful solution for offline password cracking.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Cracking complex passwords from hash dumps
- Auditing the strength of password hashes
- Performing large-scale password cracking tasks
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Online password attacks
- Vulnerability scanning
🏆 Alternatives
Significantly outperforms CPU-based crackers like John the Ripper for most hash types, especially with modern hardware.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Hashcat is completely free and open-source.
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