jwt-cracker

The premium Open Source alternative to Hashcat

🎯 Best for:Security audits of applications using HMAC-signed JSON Web Tokens.

What is jwt-cracker?

Replaces manual JWT verification testing for weak signing keys. Uses dictionary attacks to identify insecure HMAC secrets in JSON Web Tokens to prevent unauthorized access.

Tech Stack
JavaScriptSecurity & Passwords

Why jwt-cracker?

  • Fast dictionary-based cracking
  • Supports multiple HS algorithms
  • Zero configuration required

Limitations

  • CPU-bound (slower than GPU)
  • Limited to HMAC algorithms
  • No support for RSA/ECDSA
2/28/2026
Last Update
168
Forks
12
Issues
MIT
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Hashcat)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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