HTTP registry: sha-256
The SHA-256 algorithm.
Integrity registry values define algorithms or message metadata used to detect alteration of HTTP content or representations. The registry marks this value active; review compatibility before deploying it. sha-256 is active in Hash Algorithms for HTTP Digest Fields. Defining reference: rfc6234.
Identifier (http)
sha-256
The SHA-256 algorithm.
Prefer approved algorithms, define exactly which bytes are covered, and account for encoding, ranges, canonicalization, and replay. The registry marks this value active; review compatibility before deploying it.
This registry value is currently marked active by IANA. Follow the defining specification before sending, accepting, or proxying it.
IANA registry: http-digest-hash-alg/digest-fields
Registry reference: rfc6234