GPU-Based Attacks

Exploiting graphics processing units (GPUs) to perform cryptographic attacks or accelerate password cracking.

Understanding GPU Attacks

GPU-based attacks exploit the parallel processing capabilities of graphics cards to perform intensive computational tasks at speeds significantly faster than CPU-based approaches.

Types of GPU Attacks

1. Cryptographic Attacks

Password cracking
Hash collision
Encryption breaking
Key discovery

2. Resource Exploitation

Cryptocurrency mining
Distributed computing
Processing power theft
Memory manipulation

Challenges and Considerations

Detection difficulty
Resource consumption
Heat generation
Cost implications
Legal considerations