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149: Mini-Stories: Vol 3

Darknet Diaries

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Passwords Are Not Their Hashes

A password hash is a representation of the password obtained through an algorithm, and it is distinct from the actual password. Cracking the password hash can sometimes expose the original password, often using brute force methods. This involves hashing frequently used passwords and comparing them to the target hash in order to find a match. Tools like Hashcat are utilized for this process, making it easier to identify the original password from its hash.

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