MD5 File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Extension .md5
Format Type Text
Usage Checksum/Hash Value Storage
Associated Programs Notepad, Any Text Editor
MD5 Function 128-bit Hash Function
Encryption No
Hexadecimal Length 32 Characters
Character Type Hexadecimal
Primary Use File Integrity Verification
MIME Type text/plain
Checksum Format [MD5 Checksum] [Filename]
Algorithm Type Cryptographic Hash Function
Collision Resistance No
Pre-image Resistance Weak
Secondary Usage Digital Signature Quick Verification
Developed By Ronald Rivest, 1991
File Generation Method Checksum Utilities/Software
File Verification Method Compare Computed and Stored MD5 Value
Supported Systems All Operating Systems
File Signature Not Applicable
Standardization No Formal Standard