Windows Password Cracker

🔓 Can you break into these Windows password hashes?

Challenge 10 Dec 2025 Pro Exclusive Solution Available

A Windows SAM database dump sits before you, containing encrypted password hashes from a corporate network. The NTLM hashes hold the keys to user accounts and potentially sensitive information. With the right tools and wordlists, can you crack these hashes and uncover what's hidden inside?

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Author	Language	Date	Stats	Action
Malekith ✦ Legend ✦	English	Nov 10, 2025 7:13 AM	0 46	Read

Windows Password Cracker

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