Training Hashcat - Mastering Hash Cracking

$4,620

  • 4 days
  • Onsite
  • 10 people max.
Ref: IGW934
10 people max.
$4,620
In-company rate: from $7,865 for the whole teamAWS, Azure or OVH infrastructure: from $158 / day extra
On-site and certification exam on quote
4 days
Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Without mastering Hashcat, 70% of weak passwords remain invisible during audits, exposing companies to costly breaches like those in 2023 totaling 4,5 milliards d'euros in Europe.

  • Novice Java developers risk flaws in Spring Security, leading to customer data losses and GDPR fines up to 4% of revenue.

  • Your career stagnates without ethical cracking skills, facing +35% demand for certified pentesters.

  • Invest now to secure your professional future.

Nawfel ABED, Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert
Nawfel ABED

Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction
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Payment by wire transferEnhanced confidentialityPerfect for companies with 50 to 500 employeesScheduling to fit any time zone

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Hashcat training objectives

  • Master the installation and configuration of Hashcat in certified professional training
  • Develop skills in dictionary attacks with Hashcat for security audits
  • Design attack masks adapted to common enterprise hashes
  • Implement custom rules to optimize Hashcat performance
  • Analyze cracking results to strengthen password security
  • Integrate Hashcat into DevSecOps workflows for Java teams
  • Obtain a recognized certification in professional security skills

Program

Hashcat curriculum: 4 modules over 4 days

Module 1 : Hashcat Fundamentals: Installation and First Cracks (GPU Tools, Attack Modes)

Discover Hashcat from the first day with installation on Linux and Windows, GPU configuration via CUDA or OpenCL to accelerate calculations, first practical exercises on MD5 and SHA1 hashes, creation of simple dictionaries, real-time performance analysis, deliverables include basic crack reports and personal benchmark, all while integrating concrete enterprise cases for rapid skill advancement.

Module 2 : Dictionary Attacks with Hashcat: Wordlists and Combinations (RockYou, Advanced Rules)

Dive into dictionary attacks with Hashcat, use of famous wordlists like RockYou and CrackStation, word combinations via hashcat rules, exercises on WiFi WPA2 and database hashes, parameter optimization to reduce crack time, practical cases inspired by real breaches, production of detailed reports with hashcat-utils, strengthening your professional security skills.

Module 3 : Masks and Brute-Force with Hashcat: Intelligent Patterns (Regex, Hybrid Attacks)

Master Hashcat masks for targeted brute-force, definition of patterns via ?l?u?d for letters, numbers, symbols, hybrid dictionary + mask attacks on NTLM and bcrypt hashes, timed exercises on multi-GPU cards, integration with Princeprocessor for advanced mutations, analysis of costs in hashes/second, deliverables like custom scripts and progress visualizations, applied to secured Java enterprise scenarios.

Module 4 : Optimization and Integration of Hashcat: Professional Workflows (DevSecOps, Reporting)

Finalize with Hashcat optimization in clusters via hashrate distribution, integration into CI/CD pipelines for automated audits, attacks on Java keystore and Spring Security hashes, enterprise password recovery exercises, generation of professional reports with hashcat and JohnTheRipper, best practices for GDPR compliance, final certification, preparation for real deployments in development teams.

How Hashcat skills are assessed

  • Daily theoretical quizzes on Hashcat modes and algorithms
  • Evaluated practical work on real-time cracking
  • Final project: complete audit of an enterprise hashset
  • Qualiopi certificate issued post-evaluation

How the Hashcat course is taught

  • 90% hands-on on dedicated GPU machines
  • Video recordings of sessions for review
  • Progressive exercises from beginner to expert
  • Personalized feedback from certified trainer

Hashcat training: access and practical arrangements

The Training Hashcat - Mastering Hash Cracking program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Hashcat - Mastering Hash Cracking program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Hashcat - Mastering Hash Cracking program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your Hashcat training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

  • Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
  • Distributed through our partner charities
  • Included, at no extra cost to you
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FAQ

Hashcat: frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Hashcat training?+
Hands-on work runs on GPU Tools, attack Modes, rockYou, advanced Rules, regex and hybrid Attacks. Those tools come from the Hashcat program itself, delivered on site over 4 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after Hashcat training?+
They can master the installation and configuration of Hashcat in certified professional training, develop skills in dictionary attacks with Hashcat for security audits and design attack masks adapted to common enterprise hashes. Those are the stated objectives of the Hashcat program at Beginner level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the Hashcat program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Hashcat Fundamentals: Installation and First Cracks (GPU Tools, Attack Modes). Day 2: Dictionary Attacks with Hashcat: Wordlists and Combinations (RockYou, Advanced Rules). Day 3: Masks and Brute-Force with Hashcat: Intelligent Patterns (Regex, Hybrid Attacks). Day 4: Optimization and Integration of Hashcat: Professional Workflows (DevSecOps, Reporting). The Hashcat program runs over 4 days, delivered on site.
How is Hashcat training assessed?+
Assessment relies on daily theoretical quizzes on Hashcat modes and algorithms, evaluated practical work on real-time cracking and final project: complete audit of an enterprise hashset. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Hashcat program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Hashcat training cost per participant?+
Hashcat training costs $4,620 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $7,865 for the whole group, up to 8 people. AWS, Azure or OVH infrastructure is extra, from $158 per day. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does Hashcat training take?+
4 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Hashcat training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Hashcat training?+
Linux command line basics, elementary cryptography knowledge, Java environment installed.
Is a certificate issued after Hashcat training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for Hashcat training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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