Hashing Function Flashcard

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What does a hashing function do?

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Transforms a string of characters into a fixed-length value

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What does a hashing function do?

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Transforms a string of characters into a fixed-length value.

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What is the result of a slight change in the input message to a hashing function?

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A totally different hash value

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What is the main difference between hashing and encryption?

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Hashing produces a fixed-size hash value, whereas encryption produces an encrypted value that can be of variable length.

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What is the purpose of both hashing and encryption according to the image?

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To transform human-readable input into unreadable output.

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What is the main difference between hashing and encryption techniques?

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Hashing is a one-way process, while encryption is a two-way process.

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Can you get back to the original value from a hashed value?

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No, because hashing is a one-way process.

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Why is hashing considered ideal when storing information like passwords and PINs?

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It prevents the information from being read by a hacker.

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What needs to be stored in the system during the creation of an account for an online revision program?

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The student's username and password.

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Why would it be a bad idea for the system to store passwords in plain text?

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It would be a security risk as the passwords could be easily read.