Use of weak Encryption Algorithms

Overview

In Apex, developers can use the System.Crypto class to implement various encryption algorithm, however some algorithms such as SHA1, MD5 are no longer considered secure by today's standards.

Business Impact

Increased risk of data breaches, financial loss, and reputational harm. Eroding customer trust and confidence.

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Resources

Cryptographic Failures

Incidence

How common is this issue?

lower

Exposure

How long do organizations remain exposed before fixing the problem?

67%

shorter

Frameworks

Trusted

Secure

Data Security

Use of Encryption

A02:2021 – Cryptographic Failures

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