What's Up Argon2? The Password Hashing Winner A Year Later

Explore the evolution and impact of Argon2, the winner of the Password Hashing Competition, in this 25-minute conference talk from BSidesLV 2016. Delve into the reasons behind Argon2's selection, its inner workings, and its applications. Learn about the AES competition, Argon2's dependencies, and reference code implementation. Examine the progress made in the year following Argon2's victory, including discussions on kinetic attacks, performance, and channel resistance. Gain insights into the T2D variant and review key findings from related research papers. Discover how Argon2 has shaped the landscape of password hashing and its implications for cybersecurity professionals.