Laravel Password History Validation

Description

Prevent Users from Reusing Recently Used Passwords

Overview

A key strategy for enhancing system security is enforcing that users cannot reuse passwords they have previously employed.

Functionality of the Package

• Password History Tracking: Designed for Laravel-based PHP applications, this package records hashes of all user passwords over time.
• Validation on Change: When a user attempts to change their password, the system checks whether the new password has been used before.

Security Assurance

The package stores only hashed versions of old passwords, ensuring that actual passwords are never exposed.

Integration Details

• Event Observation: It listens for creation or update events on user model objects.
• Validation Class: Provides a reusable class to validate a password field by comparing it against the stored password history.

Creator

Edward Paul
@infinitypaul