How can I use hashcat and kali linux to secure my cryptocurrency wallet?

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• Luan BrandãoApr 13, 2023 · 2 years ago
  Securing your cryptocurrency wallet with hashcat and kali linux is a smart move. Here's how you can do it: 1. Start by installing Kali Linux on your computer. You can find the official installation guide on the Kali Linux website. 2. Once Kali Linux is installed, open the terminal and update the system by running the command 'sudo apt-get update'. 3. Install hashcat by running the command 'sudo apt-get install hashcat'. 4. Obtain a copy of your cryptocurrency wallet file. This file contains the encrypted version of your wallet. 5. Download a wordlist or create your own. This wordlist will be used by hashcat to attempt to crack the password. 6. Launch hashcat by running the command 'hashcat -m 11300 -a 0 -o cracked.txt wallet.hccapx wordlist.txt'. Replace 'wallet.hccapx' with the path to your wallet file and 'wordlist.txt' with the path to your wordlist. 7. Wait for hashcat to finish running. This process may take some time depending on the complexity of the password and the power of your hardware. 8. If hashcat successfully cracks the password, it will be displayed in the terminal. 9. Once you have the password, you can use it to access your cryptocurrency wallet. Keep in mind that using hashcat and kali linux to crack passwords is a sensitive topic. Make sure you have proper authorization and use these tools responsibly.
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