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by namlem 4346 days ago
Two trillion? That's pitiful. That could be cracked even if it's hashed with a slow algorithm.
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assuming you have unrestricted access to the user information, which to me usually means I already have unfettered access to your system, why would I need passwords?

Do many systems allow nearly unlimited attempts? Is this common on some platforms? For all except the most locked down users; single task; it pretty much is three strikes your out, call to fix your access.