hashcat ☆
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Description:
World's fastest and most advanced password recovery utility
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 7.1.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Oct 15, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: security password cracking pentesting hash gpu
Install: brew install hashcat
About:
Hashcat is an advanced password recovery tool that supports high-speed hash cracking using both CPU and GPU acceleration. It implements a wide variety of attack modes, including dictionary, brute-force, and rule-based attacks, to efficiently recover lost passwords. Its versatility and performance make it a standard choice for security professionals conducting audits and penetration tests.
Key Features:
  • GPU-accelerated cracking for NVIDIA, AMD, and Intel
  • Multiple attack modes (dictionary, brute-force, combinator, etc.)
  • Support for 300+ hash algorithms and cipher types
  • Highly optimized for maximum performance
Use Cases:
  • Password auditing and security assessments
  • Recovering lost passwords for encrypted files or archives
  • Penetration testing and red team exercises
Alternatives:
  • John the Ripper – A versatile password cracker that is CPU-focused, whereas Hashcat is known for its superior GPU acceleration and speed.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Oct 15, 2025 10:55am 0 VERSION_BUMP b5055e48
Sep 12, 2025 6:25pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 275601ea
Sep 12, 2025 3:52pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 3ef5cf33
Sep 12, 2025 11:13am 0 VERSION_BUMP e6cbfe5b
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