hashcat
hashcat is the world's fastest and most advanced password recovery utility, supporting five unique modes of attack for over 300 highly-optimized hashing algorithms. hashcat currently supports CPUs, GPUs, and other hardware accelerators on Linux, Windows, and macOS, and has facilities to help enable distributed password cracking.
Key Features:
- Multi-Platform Support: Runs on Linux, Windows, and macOS.
- Hardware Acceleration: Supports CPUs, GPUs, and other hardware accelerators.
- Versatile Attack Modes: Offers five unique attack modes.
- Algorithm Support: Supports over 300 highly-optimized hashing algorithms.
- Distributed Cracking: Facilities to enable distributed password cracking.
Use Cases:
- Password recovery from various hashing algorithms.
- Security auditing and penetration testing.
- Research and development in cryptography and security.
