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Does anyone think that md5 is the most secure? or are there more secure encryptions than it? I've heard news of some md5 hashes being decrypted. it's what i use in php and I was wondering.
Is MD5 Secure? Exploring Alternatives and Risks
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In summary, some people may argue that md5 is the most secure encryption, but there are more secure options available. The NSA recommends using SHA256 or greater for extra security. There have been cases of md5 being cracked, making it less reliable. However, for most common folks, md5 should still be sufficient.
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dduardo
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I do know that the NSA recommends SHA256 or greater, but I'm sure you'll be fine.
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cronxeh
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dduardo said:
because they can crack it?
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dduardo
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Yes, because big government agencies can crack it. Since the NSA is a huge target they have to be extra paranoid. Most common folks don't have to worry about the limitations of md5.
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If you feel like reading alittle... you'll have to ignore the little agument in there...exequor said:
http://forums.invisionize.com/index.php?showtopic=40975
1. Is MD5 still considered a secure encryption method?
No, MD5 is no longer considered a secure encryption method. It has been found to have significant vulnerabilities and weaknesses that can be exploited by hackers.
2. What are the vulnerabilities of MD5?
MD5 has several vulnerabilities that make it an insecure encryption method. These include collisions, where two different inputs can produce the same hash, and preimage attacks, where a hacker can find an input that produces a specific hash value.
3. Is it safe to use MD5 for password hashing?
No, it is not safe to use MD5 for password hashing. Passwords should always be hashed using strong and secure encryption methods, such as SHA-256 or bcrypt, to ensure the protection of sensitive information.
4. Can MD5 be used for data integrity checks?
No, MD5 should not be used for data integrity checks. Due to its vulnerabilities, it is not reliable for ensuring the integrity of data. Instead, secure hash functions such as SHA-256 or SHA-512 should be used for data integrity checks.
5. What are some alternatives to using MD5?
There are several alternatives to using MD5 for encryption, such as SHA-256, SHA-512, bcrypt, and scrypt. These are considered more secure and have fewer vulnerabilities than MD5.
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