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In Computers and Technology / High School | 2025-07-08

You type in your password, it's hashed, and the system checks if the given hash of the password you just typed matches the stored hash of your password. What happens if it doesn't match?
A. You receive a message about having an invalid username or password.
B. You are granted access into the system.
C. You are immediately locked out of the system indefinitely.
D. The system sees you as a threat and sends a message to the security administrator.

Asked by basselhai

Answer (2)

When a password's hash doesn't match the stored hash, the typical response is to receive a message stating that the username or password is invalid. This is a standard security practice to prevent unauthorized access. Therefore, the correct answer is option A.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-08

When a typed password's hash doesn't match the stored hash, the user typically receives a message indicating an invalid username or password. This message is part of standard security protocols to prevent unauthorized access. The other options listed are not standard practices. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-08