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    Hydra

    Score9 out of 10
    N/AHydra is a password cracking tool used for penetration testing.N/A

    Metasploit

    Score9 out of 10
    N/AMetasploit is open source network security software described by Rapid7 as the world’s most used penetration testing framework, designed to help security teams do more than just verify vulnerabilities, manage security assessments, and improve security awareness.N/A
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    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    HydraMetasploit
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.0
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    10.0
    (5 ratings)
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    User Testimonials
    HydraMetasploit
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Open Source
    One scenario that fits well Hydra's ability is to test the strength of Drupal usernames and passwords. So, as an example, if we have a Drupal site at some HTTP web address, we could use lots of methods in order to collect a list with some valid users. After we create the list and also the list of some possible passwords we can try to initiate a Hydra brute force attack. Hydra for example is not suited for finding the vulnerabilities of a host, for this other solutions can be used.
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    Rapid7
    It is easy to use with sufficient documentation on how to use the tools for end users or newbies. Experienced testers will find it easy to customise and configure the test cases. Just wished that I could have taken up a course on using this tool in my study days so that I could had explored more and improved my familiarity with the tool, unlike when working where access and time to explore the other features of the tool is limited
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    Pros
    Open Source
    • One of most important thing is that Hydra's ability to perform HTTP post form attacks.
    • The tool also can be used to attack a great number of protocols.
    • The source code of the tool/software is also available for others (so it is not a closed source one).
    • A good thing about this tool is also the support available and it also has a high ranking on GitHub (over 1000 stars).
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    Rapid7
    • Easy to use.
    • Many exploits available.
    • Multi-platform.
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    Cons
    Open Source
    • It is not a straightforward tool to use, it needs certain dependencies to be installed so it can function as intended by its creators. This is one of the most important steps that need to be done while configuring the tool as one needs.
    • Sometimes the tool gives False Positives passwords.
    • There are some issues in the functionality of the tool itself (like some bugs, for example affecting the running and hanging process after a number of tries), but most of them have a solution and there is big community support for the tool.
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    Rapid7
    • More robust menus
    • Better plugin inter-operation
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    Support Rating
    Open Source
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    Rapid7
    We don't use it.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Open Source
    There are many other tools similar to Hydra, one of them being "John the Ripper ". Notable differences are that while John the Ripper works offline, Hydra works online; also Hydra is more popular and with a wider usage as it supports Windows, Linux, and macOSX. An important thing is that both software are free to use, making both very useful tools. We can note that JTR has also a "pro" version that is not free to use and it is more optimized for speed and performance and focused on a specific operating system, while Hydra is free and offers all features at no cost.
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    Rapid7
    Metasploit is the most well-known tool in the average pen tester's toolkit. It's hard to compare to its neighbor's due to its size and following.
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    Return on Investment
    Open Source
    • Our business objectives are accomplished using the tool as Hydra covers our needs for a free password cracking tool.
    • The tool is a free one that has a lot of advantages because it is a powerful one to use for the specific task of performing some activities that are related to penetration testing.
    • The services that our business provides for several clients in the field of penetration testing are at the level our customers are expecting.
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    Rapid7
    • Positive: Improves efficiency of our network penetration testing operations.
    • Positive: Allows for collaboration and information sharing during a penetration test.
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