# Weak Hashing Algorithms

> Detects the use of cryptographically weak hashing algorithms like MD5 and SHA1.

- Skill: `zakirkun/weak-hashing-algorithms` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add zakirkun/weak-hashing-algorithms`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/zakirkun/weak-hashing-algorithms/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: zakirkun (https://skillmd.com/u/zakirkun)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/zakirkun/weak-hashing-algorithms

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# Weak Hashing Algorithms

## Overview
Detects the use of cryptographically weak hashing algorithms like MD5 and SHA1.

## Remediation
Use strong hashing algorithms like SHA-256, SHA-3, or argon2/bcrypt for passwords.