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PostgreSQL Finally Deprecates MD5 Passwords
While long overdue, the PostgreSQL database server has finally deprecated MD5 password support with its latest code.
While long overdue, the PostgreSQL database server has finally deprecated MD5 password support with its latest code. But for those still relying on MD5 for password hashing, a multi-year plan has been initiated by PostgreSQL developers to end this practice. So MD5 password support within PostgreSQL will still be around for a few years if needed for whatever reason but now officially deprecated and the removal path in motion.About The AuthorMichael Larabel is the principal author of Phoronix.com and founded the site in 2004 with a focus on enriching the Linux hardware experience.
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