Frequently Asked Questions on Password Vulnerabilities
Define password hashing?
It converts our data into small strings of letters or numbers by using an encryption algorithm. It protects the hackers from getting access to our passwords. Converting data and passwords into hashing algorithms makes the information secure, unreadable to humans, and tough to decrypt with the help of advanced technology.
Define password-based authentication?
It allows the user to enter the credentials, i.e., username and password. If the credential matches the saved credential present in the database, then the user gets successfully access to log in of the user handles, accounts and websites.
What is the difference between a Brute force attack and a dictionary attack?
In brute force attacks, hackers try all the possible combinations of passwords which takes more time, while in dictionary attacks, hackers try all the possible words and phrases to access the user accounts, and hence it takes less time.
What are Password Vulnerabilities?
Password Vulnerabilities are the type of password attack. A password is a collection of letters, numbers, and special characters that is confidential and knows the user when they are created. Hackers crack the password by using brute force approaches and many techniques, it easily steals our sensitive information from websites and accounts. In this article, we will see a password vulnerabilities in detailed.
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