Re: [PHP-DB] Storing passwords in a database

2002-06-30 Thread Ruprecht Helms
On 30-Jun-02 Peter J. Schoenster wrote: > On 30 Jun 2002 at 11:24, Lisi wrote: > >> 1) Storing the passwords using some form of encryption, ... > >> This seems to me to be preferable, It is nothing that you can suggest or prefer. In this word it sounds I can do if I want. You have to / you mu

Re: [PHP-DB] Storing passwords in a database

2002-06-30 Thread Peter J. Schoenster
On 30 Jun 2002 at 11:24, Lisi wrote: > 1) Storing the passwords using some form of encryption, which can be > reversed and the password can be emailed to the user. > This seems to me to be preferable, since they don't have to change > their password whenever they forget it. However, are there se

RE: [PHP-DB] Storing passwords in a database

2002-06-30 Thread Peter Lovatt
Hi Retrieving lost passwords is a lot less hassle than a setting up a new one, for the user. IMHO a job site would be better with more convenience and less security. So I would go for option 1 - encrypt / decrypt If you were storing very sensitive information then go for option 2. Peter