openwall / openwall/john

Add support for cracking SJCL

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Description

This using in BitGo encrypted keys too.

I saw same things in padlock but this is not usable for only sjcl.

I mean, please implement that standalone or show the way, how to convert sjcl to acceptable and exists algo. in John

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Research direction

Start by reading John's existing padlock support and comparing it with the SJCL-encrypted key format described in the issue. Determine whether standalone SJCL cracking or a documented conversion path is feasible; done means one of those paths is implemented or clearly documented.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c, javascript
Domain
cryptography, security
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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