password hashing
[ˈpæswɜːrd ˈhæʃɪŋ]
nounpl: password hashings
hash de senha
1. A cryptographic process that converts a password into a fixed-length string of characters using a mathematical algorithm, making it computationally infeasible to reverse and retrieve the original password
Password hashing is essential for protecting user credentials in databases.
O hash de senha é essencial para proteger as credenciais dos usuários em bancos de dados.
2. A security technique that transforms plaintext passwords into encrypted representations using one-way functions to prevent unauthorized access if a database is breached
Modern web applications use password hashing with salt to enhance security.
Aplicações web modernas usam hash de senha com salt para melhorar a segurança.
In Brazil and the tech industry globally, 'password hashing' (hash de senha) is a fundamental cybersecurity concept widely discussed in development teams, security audits, and compliance frameworks. The term is predominantly used in English even in Portuguese-speaking tech environments, though Portuguese translations are increasingly common in educational and formal documentation. In Portugal, the terminology may vary slightly due to different terminology for 'password' (palavra-passe vs. senha).
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