A collapsing hash function is a cryptographic hash function that fails to provide collision resistance. This means it is computationally feasible for an attacker to discover two distinct inputs that produce the same hash output. Such a function lacks the fundamental security property required for many cryptographic applications. Its vulnerability renders cryptographic assurances unreliable.
Context
Within blockchain technology and digital asset security, a collapsing hash function presents a severe threat to data integrity. If a blockchain’s hashing algorithm were to exhibit this flaw, it could compromise the immutability of transaction records and undermine the security of proof-of-work consensus mechanisms. News reports on cryptographic vulnerabilities often emphasize the necessity of robust, collision-resistant hash functions to maintain trust in decentralized systems.
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