A. Introduction

ClatsCracker is a Python-based password cracking tool designed to help security professionals, penetration testers, and forensic analysts assess and improve password security. By combining support for eight common hashing algorithms, both dictionary-based and brute-force cracking strategies, and flexible resource management, ClatsCracker offers a robust, user-friendly solution for various testing scenarios.

Key Principles:

• Ethical Use: Only operate ClatsCracker on the systems and passwords you are authorized to test. Unauthorized use may be illegal.
• Versatility: Supports multiple hashing algorithms and attack methods, making it suitable for diverse security tasks.
• Performance & Scalability: Allows thread customization and efficient load distribution to handle large-scale tasks.