Cisco Type 7 Password Crack Tool

Decode passwords instantly with this online tool. Includes a clear overview of all Cisco password types (0, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9).

What is CISCO7?

Cisco IOS uses different password formats to store credentials in configuration files. Some formats rely on hashing or strong encryption, while older ones-like Type 7-use simple reversible obfuscation. This tool helps you quickly reveal the original text from Type 7 entries found in configs.

How to decrypt its password?

  1. Open your IOS running-config or startup-config file.
  2. Find the entry marked as Type 7 (e.g., `password 7 020D01420F030C33555E1D1617`).
  3. Copy the encoded section.
  4. Paste it into the Type 7 decoder tool.
  5. Click 'Decrypt' to view the original password.
  6. Store or handle the recovered credentials carefully.

Cisco Password Types

  • Type 0: Stored as plain text with no security.
  • Type 4: Simplified SHA-256 hash with low iterations. Deprecated.
  • Type 5: MD5-based hash with no salt. Considered weak today.
  • Type 6: AES-128 reversible encryption. Reasonably strong but decryptable with the right key.
  • Type 7: Legacy reversible algorithm (Vigenère-like). Easily decoded.
  • Type 8: PBKDF2-SHA256 with 20k iterations. Modern and secure.
  • Type 9: scrypt hashing. Strongest recommended option.

Example

Input:

7 020D01420F030C33555E1D1617

Output:

cisco123

FAQ

  1. Is it encryption secure?

    No. It is only obfuscation and can be reversed instantly. It should not be used for protecting sensitive credentials.

  2. Can Type 5 passwords be decrypted?

    No. Type 5 uses MD5 hashing. It cannot be reversed, but weak ones can be cracked with brute force or dictionary attacks.

  3. What is the strongest Cisco password type?

    Types 8 (PBKDF2-SHA256) and 9 (scrypt) are the most secure and recommended for modern configurations.

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