Secure Password Storage and Hashing in .NET: Protect User Credentials with Modern Hashing Algorithms and Best Practices in C#

Secure Password Storage and Hashing in .NET: Protect User Credentials with Modern Hashing Algorithms and Best Practices in C#
In an era of relentless data breaches, can you confidently say your users' passwords are truly secure?
Every week brings news of another major security breach, with millions of passwords exposed. For .NET developers, the responsibility of safeguarding user credentials is paramount—yet many applications still implement outdated or flawed security practices that leave sensitive data vulnerable.
"Secure Password Storage and Hashing in .NET" is your comprehensive guide to implementing battle-tested password security in your C# applications. This practical, code-focused resource bridges the gap between theoretical cryptography concepts and real-world .NET implementation, empowering you to protect your users with industry-leading security techniques.Inside this essential developer resource, you'll discover:

• The critical weaknesses in common password storage approaches and why they fail
• Step-by-step implementation guides for modern hashing algorithms including Argon2id, PBKDF2, and Bcrypt in C#
• Practical code examples you can adapt directly into your applications
• Deep dives into ASP.NET Identity's security features and how to leverage them effectively
• Advanced protection techniques including password peppering, secure key management, and defense against timing attacks
• Migration strategies for upgrading legacy systems without disrupting users
• Performance optimization approaches that maintain security without sacrificing speed

Whether you're building a new authentication system from scratch or strengthening an existing one, this book equips you with both the understanding and the code to implement professional-grade password security.Perfect for:

• .NET developers concerned with application security
• Software architects designing authentication systems
• Development teams migrating from outdated security practices
• Computer science students studying applied cryptography
• Security professionals working within the .NET ecosystem

Don't wait for a breach to expose your users' credentials. By implementing the practices outlined in this book, you'll create robust defense mechanisms that stand up to modern attack methods while maintaining an excellent user experience.
The knowledge in these pages isn't just theoretical—it's practical security you can implement today. Each chapter builds your understanding while providing clear, actionable code examples that demonstrate best practices in action.
With increasing regulatory requirements around data protection and user privacy, the cost of poor password security has never been higher. Invest in your skills, protect your users, and strengthen your applications with the definitive guide to password security in the .NET ecosystem.
Secure your applications. Protect your users. Build trust in your systems.About the Author
The team at BOSCO-IT Consulting brings decades of experience in secure application development, with specialized expertise in the .NET ecosystem. Drawing from real-world implementation challenges and solutions, they've distilled essential security knowledge into practical guidance for today's developers.