One way to store passwords provided by users is through the use of hash functions. In this case, the input provided, for example, during user registration, is processed by the chosen hash function, and its output is saved in the database. Hash functions, because they are one-way, ensure that it is n…

Bcrypt Cocktail and Hash Extraction TL;DR - Combining bcrypt with other unsalted hash functions (such as MD5 or SHA-1) can lead to serious consequences in the form of "extraction" of bcrypt. However, it is still better than just using a weak algorithm. In some cases, it is possible to find something…