Hydra

Hydra is an open-source password-cracking tool that specializes in performing fast, automated brute-force attacks on various network services and protocols, such as SSH, FTP, HTTP, and many others. Security professionals and penetration testers use Hydra to assess password vulnerabilities across different systems and applications by attempting a large number of password combinations in a short period. Its support for multiple protocols and extensive customization makes Hydra particularly effective in auditing network security and finding weak authentication points. Hydra’s flexibility and compatibility with numerous protocols make it a widely utilized tool in cybersecurity.