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What does hash password do?
What does hash password do?
Giulia
Sun Sep 29 2024
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I'm curious, could you elaborate on what exactly does a hash password do? Is it some sort of security measure? How does it protect my data? I'm trying to understand the technical aspects behind it and how it's used in the world of cryptocurrency and finance. I'd appreciate a clear and concise explanation that breaks down the process in simple terms.
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charlotte_bailey_doctor
Tue Oct 01 2024
Password hashing is a security measure that utilizes encryption algorithms to transform sensitive data, such as passwords, into a seemingly random string of characters.
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Michele
Tue Oct 01 2024
Additionally, password hashing often includes a salt, a random piece of data that is unique to each user, to further protect against rainbow table attacks and other forms of password cracking.
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Isabella
Tue Oct 01 2024
This process ensures that even if a website or system is compromised, the original passwords remain concealed from unauthorized users.
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Michele
Tue Oct 01 2024
The hashing algorithm generates a unique, one-way representation of the password, meaning that it's impossible to reverse the process to uncover the original password.
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Maria
Tue Oct 01 2024
The hashed passwords stored in databases are useless to attackers without the corresponding hashing algorithm and key, making it significantly harder for them to gain unauthorized access.
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