Any suggestions on using a hashing methods like say MD5 -
basically to secure the passwords in the database column
so that they are not readable as is by any body.
Re: [PHP] md5 ... It is likely possible to find alternate passwords if the md5 is known - if a user can get a hold of your md5'ed passwords, they may be able to come up with another password that will create the same MD5 hash, thus would be capable of logging in to the system. ... I'd much rather have an algorithm that is well known, well analysed and *still* secure over an unknown and untested algorithm. ... (php.general)
Re: getting rid of reset disc ... Assign all new passwords to all accounts and password protect your BIOS. ... Go through this list and secure your PC. ... using Windows XP "prettifications". ... You should at least turn on the built in firewall.... (microsoft.public.windowsxp.security_admin)
Low-Hassle Ways to Secure Your Computer System (article) ... Low-Hassle Ways to Secure Your Computer System ... If time were no object, we'd all live a more secure computer life—we'd beef up our browsers, use complex passwords, and keep our data locked up with encryption Skynet couldn't crack. ... We've rounded up a good deal of these swift and simple security fixes for Windows, Mac, and Linux, so bust out the tinfoil hats and check 'em out after the jump. ... (alt.privacy)
Re: Secure FTP ... there is no way to do FTP that securely encrypts passwords without ... Microsoft IIS can be plenty secure if you configure it properly and install ... (microsoft.public.win2000.security)
Re: How Secure Are Username Token Encrypted Messages ... I hope you dont mind me chipping my 0.02 worth into this conversation. ...Usernametokens are as secure as your passwords.... (microsoft.public.dotnet.framework.webservices.enhancements)
