Random Password Generator: Hash Saved Passwords

[Michael-Obele]

To enhance the security of stored passwords, implement password hashing. Instead of storing passwords in plaintext, generate a secure hash of the password and store the hash instead.

Acceptance Criteria:

• All newly saved passwords are hashed using a strong hashing algorithm.
• Existing passwords can be optionally re-hashed when the user changes their password.
• A suitable salt is used with the hashing process to increase security.
• Password verification is performed by hashing the entered password and comparing it to the stored hash.

By implementing password hashing, we significantly reduce the risk of password exposure in case of a data breach.