hashcat

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.