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use constant time compare for password validation #97

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Use a constant time comparison function to compare password hashes
This guards against the possibility of leaking timing information when comparing hashes.

Given the context, it's a small risk but still better to remove issues.

Use a constant time comparison function to compare password hashes
This guards against the possibility of leaking timing information when comparing hashes.
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