Ethical Password Cracking
Decode passwords using John the Ripper, hashcat, and advanced methods for password breaking
Created by James Leyte-Vidal
Explore how passwords are stored and learn practical techniques for cracking them using industry-standard tools. Build a solid foundation in password security and discover ethical ways to recover protected credentials. Gain hands-on experience with real-world scenarios and tools used by security professionals.
Packt | Jun 2024 | 168 min
What You Will Learn
You'll start by understanding how credentials are stored and the math behind password cracking. Step by step, you'll use popular tools to recover passwords, tackle common hash types, and practice with real examples. Each topic is grounded in ethical guidelines and real-world use cases to build practical skills.
Key Features
- Set up a flexible password-cracking environment on both Linux and Windows systems
- Use tools like John the Ripper and hashcat to break different types of password hashes
- Apply brute-force and dictionary attacks to real-world password security challenges
Target Audience
Ideal for cybersecurity professionals, penetration testers, and ethical hackers with basic Linux and Windows skills. If you want to strengthen your password security expertise and learn ethical password recovery, you'll find practical, actionable knowledge to advance your career.
