Obtain XP/2000 Passwords

This article outlines the process to obtain all usernames and passwords used to login to a system locally. This article will work with the following operating systems:

- Windows 2000
- Windows XP
- Windows 2003

** NOTE: Please use this knowledge with great responsibility.

Step 1: Download the Latest Ophcrack ISO:
Click here to download Ophcrack

Step 2: Use a burning program to burn the ISO to Disk.
Click here to download IMGBURN

Step 3: Load CD Burned in step 2 to the Computer you need the info from.

Step 4: Start the computer and boot off of the CDROM.
** Note: Most BIOS' allow you to hit F12 or Escape to Select Boot Item

Step 5: The Computer will Run Ophcrack Automatically

Step 6: After 10 - 15 Minutes, the usernames and passwords for the local system are shown. Note them down on a piece of paper.

Step 7: Shutdown the computer by clicking exit.

Step 8: Eject the CD and boot up normally.

Step 9: Login using the username and password of choice.

Step 10: Secure the Paper with the login usernames and passwords.