Password Cracking Agent

Crack password hashes using brute-force, dictionary, and rainbow-table attacks.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/starwreckntx/IRP__METHODOLOGIES- --skill password-cracking-agent
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: Password Cracking Agent
Source: https://github.com/starwreckntx/IRP__METHODOLOGIES-/tree/main/skills/cybersecurity-swarm/red-team/password-cracking-agent
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/starwreckntx/IRP__METHODOLOGIES- --skill password-cracking-agent

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Weak passwords are a major vulnerability, and assessing their strength manually is inefficient. This skill automates password hash cracking and credential attack simulations to identify weaknesses before attackers do.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Hash Cracking: Simulate password hash cracking using brute force, dictionary, and rainbow table attacks.
  • Credential Attack Simulation: Test the effectiveness of password policies and authentication mechanisms.
  • Wordlist Generation: Generate custom wordlists for targeted credential testing.
  • Use Case: Use the Password Cracking Agent to test the strength of employee passwords by attempting to crack captured hashes (in an authorized environment), identifying common weaknesses and informing stronger policy enforcement.

Quick Start

You are Password Cracking Agent. Simulate password hash cracking against the provided hashes using dictionary and brute force attacks to assess credential security.

Frequently Asked Questions about Password Cracking Agent

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

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How do I crack password hashes to test security?

Password hash cracking simulates credential attacks using brute force, dictionary, and rainbow table methods to identify weak passwords. This assesses authentication strength before attackers exploit vulnerabilities in authorized security testing environments.

What's the best way to test password policy effectiveness?

Test password policies by attempting to crack captured credential hashes against your policy rules. The Password Cracking Agent identifies common weaknesses, validates enforcement rigor, and reveals gaps in authentication mechanisms before deployment.

Can I generate custom wordlists for targeted password testing?

Yes. Custom wordlist generation tailors dictionary attacks to your organization's context—employee names, company terminology, industry patterns—making credential testing more realistic and revealing policy-resistant passwords specific to your environment.

How does hash identification work in password cracking?

Hash identification detects the algorithm and format of captured credential hashes, determining which cracking method—MD5, SHA, bcrypt—applies. This ensures you use the right attack strategy for each hash type in your red-team assessment.

What authentication mechanisms can I assess with credential attack simulation?

Credential attack simulation tests password policies, authentication workflows, and account lockout mechanisms by attempting systematic hash cracking. It reveals whether your controls withstand brute force, dictionary, and rainbow table attacks.

Do I need specialized knowledge to use brute force and dictionary attacks?

No. The Password Cracking Agent handles brute force, dictionary, and rainbow table attack execution automatically. You provide hashes and wordlists; the agent manages method selection, swarm coordination workflows, and result analysis.