Learn the basics of password cracking with this hands-on simulator. Discover common techniques used by ethical hackers to test security systems.
AGENT CIPHER
Ethical Hacking Expert
Your task is to crack passwords using various techniques. Each level introduces new methods used by ethical hackers to test security.
A dictionary attack uses a list of common words to guess passwords. Try to crack this password by selecting words from the dictionary.
This password is a common word found in dictionaries. Try words related to animals or nature.
Select words to try from our dictionary:
Uses lists of common words and passwords. Fast but only works for simple passwords.
Tries every possible combination of characters. Slow but can eventually crack any password.
Looks for common patterns like replacing letters with numbers (e → 3, a → 4).
Uses personal information about the target to guess passwords (birthdays, pets, etc).
Instead of short passwords, use longer phrases that are easy for you to remember but hard for others to guess.
Don't use names, birthdays, or other personal details that someone might know or find on social media.
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