Web Hacker's Toolbox - Tools Used by Successful Hackers - Google Hacking: Finding Sensitive Data in URLs

The video tutorial demonstrates how to use Google hacking to find sensitive data, such as API keys, in URLs. It explains the process of constructing a Google search query to locate these keys and shows a practical example of finding an API key indexed by Google. The tutorial highlights the potential risks of exposed API keys, including unauthorized access to sensitive information like emails and password hashes. It concludes with a brief mention of using tools like Hashcat for password cracking and introduces the next topic on finding insecure webpages.

Describe the process of using a Google search query to find API keys as outlined in the text.

What is the purpose of using a tool like Hashcat in the context of Google hacking?