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How to Use Ophcrack (BSWR)
Ophcrack is a password cracking tool that is based on rainbow tables. Due to the need for password discovery, this is a tool that every IT professionals should keep in their toolbelt. The Ophcrack password recovery tool is able to crack passwords quickly, typically within minutes, but it can take longer depending on the strength of the password.
Course Overview
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Learning Objectives
Understand how to use this PenTesting tool
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Competency Areas
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