>hash-cracker

A Python-based hash analysis tool designed to perform dictionary attacks against common hash algorithms. Built for learning password security concepts, hash functions, and wordlist-based cracking techniques in controlled environments.

> Features

• Dictionary-based hash cracking
• MD5, SHA1, SHA256 hash support
• Automatic result logging
• Execution time measurement
• Wordlist processing and validation

> Technologies

• Python
• Hashlib
• File System Management
• Password Security Fundamentals
• Cryptographic Hash Functions

> Purpose

Developed to understand how password hashes are generated, how dictionary attacks operate, and why strong passwords and modern hashing practices are important for security.

> Source

Full source code, documentation and updates are available on GitHub.