How to use sha256 in php5.3.0

Question

I\'m using sha256 to encrypt the password. I can save the sha256 encrypted password in mysql. But i can\'t login with the same clause.

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Answer 1

A way better solution is to just use the excelent compatibility script from Anthony Ferrara:

https://github.com/ircmaxell/password_compat

Please, and also, when checking the password, always add a way (preferibly async, so it doesn't impact the check process for timming attacks) to update the hash if needed.