reaver vs KisMAC : Which is Better?

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reaver

Reaver implements a brute force attack against Wifi Protected Setup (WPS) registrar PINs in order to recover WPA/WPA2 passphrases. Developed by Tactical Network Solutions

License: Open Source

Apps available for Linux

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KisMAC

KisMAC is a wireless network discovery tool for Mac OS X. Developed by The KisMAC Project

License: Open Source

Categories: Network & Admin

Apps available for Mac OS X

reaver VS KisMAC

Reaver is a command-line tool focused on exploiting WPS vulnerabilities in routers, making it suitable for advanced users, while KisMAC is a user-friendly tool designed for network scanning and analysis on Mac OS X. Reaver is more specialized for PIN recovery, whereas KisMAC offers a broader range of network analysis features.

reaver

Pros:

  • Open-source and free to use
  • Supports a wide range of wireless chipsets
  • Effective for WPS PIN recovery
  • Can run on various platforms including Linux
  • Command-line interface for advanced users

Cons:

  • Requires some technical knowledge
  • Can be slow on certain networks
  • Limited support for newer WPS implementations

KisMAC

Pros:

  • User-friendly graphical interface
  • Supports passive and active scanning
  • Can capture and analyze network packets
  • Provides detailed network information
  • Compatible with Mac OS X

Cons:

  • Limited to Mac OS X platform
  • Less effective on networks with strong security
  • May not support all wireless chipsets

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