Prompt

Password cracking refers to the method used to decipher or predict a user’s password, granting unauthorized access to accounts, systems, or sensitive data. Hackers employ various techniques to execute this process efficiently and exploit vulnerabilities. Brute Force Attack: Attackers systematically try every possible combination of characters until they find the correct password. This method is time-consuming and impractical for complex passwords but can be effective against simple ones. Dictionary Attack: Using a precompiled list of common passwords and phrases, attackers attempt to gain access. The list may include dictionary words, common passwords, and known default passwords. Rainbow Table Attack: Rainbow tables contain precomputed hash values for possible password combinations. Attackers compare the target password's hash with the table values to identify the original password quickly. Phishing: Phishing involves tricking users into willingly providing their passwords through fake emails, websites, or messages that appear legitimate. Social Engineering: Exploiting human psychology, attackers impersonate someone trustworthy to trick victims into revealing their passwords. Credential Stuffing: Using previously stolen or leaked usernames and passwords, attackers gain access to other accounts, exploiting the habit of reusing passwords across multiple platforms.