password-attack

Crack password hashes and test authentication across Windows, Linux, and web services.

60|14|Updated Apr 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/brucesongs/kali-claw --skill password-attack
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Skill: password-attack
Source: https://github.com/brucesongs/kali-claw/tree/main/skills/password-attack
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/brucesongs/kali-claw --skill password-attack

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Password security testing often requires combining offline hash cracking, online brute force, and dictionary mutations to evaluate password policies and detect weak credentials across systems and services.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive attack workflow: supports offline hash cracking, online brute force, credential stuffing, and password spray workflows using tools like hashcat, John the Ripper, Hydra, and Medusa.
  • Dictionary & mutation resources: includes payloads, test cases, and mutation strategies to rapidly generate targeted wordlists.
  • Real-world applicability: ideal for red-team assessments, penetration testing, and security audits across Windows, Linux, and web environments.

Quick Start

In a security assessment, describe to the AI a target environment and authorize a full password-attack test to identify weak passwords and policy gaps.

Frequently Asked Questions about password-attack

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate password hash cracking and brute force testing for an enterprise security assessment?

To automate password hash cracking and brute force testing, you can use this Skill to orchestrate offline dictionary and rule-based cracking alongside online credential stuffing and password spraying across Windows, Linux, and web services. It leverages tools like Hashcat, John the Ripper, and Hydra to identify weak credentials and assess policy strength.

What is the best way to test password policy strength across Windows and Linux environments?

The best way to test password policy strength across Windows and Linux environments is to perform comprehensive password attacks. This Skill identifies and cracks password hashes, executes online brute force, and analyzes policy gaps using Hashcat, Medusa, and Crunch to detect weak credentials during penetration tests.

Can I generate targeted wordlists and mutation rules for password spraying campaigns?

Yes, you can generate targeted wordlists and mutation rules for password spraying campaigns. This Skill includes dictionary and mutation resources using tools like CeWL and Crunch, applying example payloads and test cases to rapidly create targeted wordlists for evaluating authentication defenses.

Does this password attack workflow support both offline hash cracking and online brute force?

Yes, this password attack workflow fully supports both offline hash cracking and online brute force. It identifies hashes and tests password-based authentication across offline and online surfaces using Hashcat, John the Ripper, and Hydra to evaluate defense controls in enterprise environments.

When do I need to use credential stuffing versus dictionary attacks during a pentest?

You need to use credential stuffing instead of dictionary attacks during a pentest when testing for reused credentials across multiple services rather than guessing individual passwords. This Skill automates both workflows, allowing you to evaluate authentication defenses through online brute force and offline hash cracking.