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Training Camp • Cybersecurity Glossary
A hash collision occurs when two different inputs produce the same output hash value in a hash function, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities.
Hash Collision Definition: A hash collision occurs when two different inputs produce the same output hash value in a hash function, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities.
A hash collision occurs in cybersecurity when two different pieces of data produce the same hash value when run through a cryptographic hash function. This can compromise the integrity and security of the data as it may lead to false authentication or validation of information.
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