wirouter_keyrec ☆
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Description:
Recover the default WPA passphrases from supported routers
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: security wireless pentesting wifi auditing
Install: brew install wirouter_keyrec
About:
WirouterKeyrec is a security auditing tool designed to recover default WPA/WPA2 passphrases from specific router models. It utilizes known vulnerabilities and default factory keys to calculate the wireless password, demonstrating the risks of unchanged default credentials. This utility is essential for network administrators and security researchers performing penetration tests on vulnerable access points.
Key Features:
  • Calculates default WPA passphrases using router-specific algorithms
  • Supports a wide range of router models and firmware versions
  • Command-line interface for easy integration into security scripts
  • Helps identify devices vulnerable to default credential attacks
Use Cases:
  • Performing wireless network security audits and penetration testing
  • Verifying the strength of router default password policies
  • Educating users on the dangers of leaving factory settings unchanged
Alternatives:
  • RouterKeygen – RouterKeygen is a GUI-based Android application with similar functionality, whereas WirouterKeyrec is a CLI tool typically used on desktop operating systems.
  • Reaver – Reaver performs brute-force attacks against WPS pins, while WirouterKeyrec relies on pre-calculated algorithms for default keys.
Version History
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Sep 11, 2025 8:52pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 65a871df
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