Creating User and Safely Sending Password
In the process of creating user accounts and securely sending passwords, it is important to follow best practices for password security. One crucial aspect is to never send passwords in clear text. Instead, ensure that your communications are encrypted using TLS (Transport Layer Security).
When a user sets their password, they should enter it as plain text in a textbox. The client should then hash and salt the password before sending it to the server. This process prevents the password from being intercepted by malicious actors or vulnerable to rainbow table attacks.
An additional consideration is whether to store the first part of the hash, which combines the username and password with salt. If you choose this approach, changing the username would require the user to reset their password as well. This can be a useful security measure, as it adds an extra layer of protection against unauthorized access.
By following these best practices, you can ensure that user accounts are created securely and passwords are transmitted safely.
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