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python-pbkdf2

Password-based key derivation function PBKDF2

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  • Dev
  • SECURITY
  • Dependency only
official+codex · reviewed · May 28, 2026 description in en

Description

Derives cryptographic keys from passwords using PBKDF2 in Python code. It can be used when software needs a repeatable key derivation step for password-based encryption or authentication-related storage.

Cryptographic choices are security-sensitive. Prefer current, well-reviewed designs and verify iteration counts, salts, and storage formats before using it for real credentials or encrypted data.

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