Git hash algorithm change

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Git is migrating from SHA-1 to a strong 256-bit hash function. GitLab should implement support in a timely fashion.

Currently, it looks like the new hash function will be SHA-256.

Proposal

TBD

Links / references

  • https://github.com/git/git/blob/master/Documentation/technical/hash-function-transition.txt
  • https://public-inbox.org/git/20180724221008.GI18502@genre.crustytoothpaste.net/
Edited Jun 23, 2025 by 🤖 GitLab Bot 🤖
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