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# [How to crack hashes with John the Ripper](https://colej.net/how-to-crack-hashes-with-john-the-ripper?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

John the Ripper is one of the most loved and versatile hash password-cracking tools out their. It combines speed, ease of use and reliability. But first of what is a hash? What is a hash? Hashing is taking a data of any length and turning it into a f...

Jun 11, 2022 · 4 min read · colej.net  
Updated Jun 13, 2022  
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