How is the Golden Dictionary in PRTK formed?

The Golden Dictionary in PRTK (Password Recovery Toolkit) is designed to optimize the password recovery process by utilizing data from previously successful password recoveries. It is auto-generated from passwords that have been successfully recovered, which means that it evolves based on real-world data and experiences of users. This feature allows the Golden Dictionary to include a wide variety of passwords that may be relevant or used frequently, increasing the likelihood of recovering passwords more efficiently in future cases.

The generation process is beneficial because it builds a repository of effective passwords without the need for manual input or external sources, which may not always be reliable or comprehensive. By relying on a process that compiles successful recoveries, the Golden Dictionary effectively captures common password patterns and trends, which can be instrumental in forensic investigations where password recovery is required.