A security administrator identifies an application that is storing data using MD5. Which of the following best identifies the vulnerability likely present in the application?

The correct answer is A. Cryptographic. The vulnerability likely present in the application that is storing data using MD5 is a cryptographic vulnerability. MD5 is considered to be a weak hashing algorithm due to its susceptibility to collision attacks, where two different inputs produce the same hash output, compromis

Submitted by mike_84· Mar 6, 2026Threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations

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ACryptographic
BMalicious update
CZero day
DSide loading

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A
88% (29)
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3% (1)
C
6% (2)
D
3% (1)

Explanation

The vulnerability likely present in the application that is storing data using MD5 is a cryptographic vulnerability. MD5 is considered to be a weak hashing algorithm due to its susceptibility to collision attacks, where two different inputs produce the same hash output, compromising data integrity and security. Cryptographic: Refers to vulnerabilities in cryptographic algorithms or implementations, such as the weaknesses in MD5. Malicious update: Refers to the intentional injection of harmful updates, not related to the use of Zero day: Refers to previously unknown vulnerabilities for which no patch is available, not specifically related to MD5. Side loading: Involves installing software from unofficial sources, not directly related to the use of

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