Important Notes
File size can affect the speed of hash value calculation. Please be patient.
About the SHA-512/224 File Hash Checksum
The SHA-512/224 file hash checksum efficiently generates SHA-512/224 hashes to ensure quick and accurate file verification, enhancing protection and integrity checks.
Note: SHA512/224 is a cryptographic hash function, a variant of SHA-512 designed to produce a unique, fixed-size (224-bit) hash value. SHA stands for Secure Hash Algorithm, a series of cryptographic hash functions developed by the National Security Agency (NSA) and published by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) as a Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS).
• Features
Security: SHA512/224 inherits the high security of SHA-512. Despite its shorter hash length, it is designed to resist known attacks like collision and pre-image attacks.
Efficiency: Compared to the full output of SHA-512, SHA512/224 provides a shorter hash that can save storage space and processing time while maintaining a relatively high level of security.
Compatibility: Due to the broad support and validation of SHA-512, SHA512/224 can be easily integrated into existing systems, offering additional flexibility and options.
• Use Cases
Digital Signatures: SHA512/224 can be used to generate a part of digital signatures where a shorter hash helps reduce the computational burden, especially on devices with limited processing power.
Data Integrity Verification: During file transfer or storage, the SHA512/224 hash can be used to verify data integrity. The recipient can calculate the hash of the received data and compare it with the original hash to check for alterations during transmission.
Cryptographic Applications: In many other cryptographic applications, such as certificate creation and secure communication protocols, SHA512/224 offers a shorter hash option that optimizes performance while maintaining security.