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Unlike hashing, encryption is reversible (provided you have the key). Encryption is useful in other areas, but is a poor
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strategy for securely storing passwords.
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Passwords should also be individually [_salted_][5] by adding a random string to each password before hashing. This prevents dictionary attacks and the use of "rainbow tables" (a reverse list of crytographic hashes for common passwords.)
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Passwords should also be individually [_salted_][5] by adding a random string to each password before hashing. This prevents dictionary attacks and the use of "rainbow tables" (a reverse list of cryptographic hashes for common passwords.)
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Hashing and salting are vital as often users use the same password for multiple services and password quality can be poor.
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