Why do I need to provide authentication when accessing a browser’s built-in password manager?

Why do I have to provide authentication when I want to read a password stored in my own web browser while I have to do nothing to read the same password on a site’s login page?
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LastPass says attackers got users’ info and password vault data

The August 2022 LastPass breach has resulted in potentially catastrophic consequences for the company and some of its users: attackers have made off with unencrypted customer data and copies of backups of customer vault data. The information couldn&#82… Continue reading LastPass says attackers got users’ info and password vault data

How to use folders in Bitwarden to manage passwords for project teams

If your project team members need to share passwords, learn how to use Bitwarden’s Folders feature.
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The top 200 most common passwords in 2022 are bad, mkay?

According to NordPass’ latest list of top 200 most common passwords in 2022, “password” is the most popular choice, followed by “123456”, “123456789”, “guest” and “qwerty“. 2022 is endin… Continue reading The top 200 most common passwords in 2022 are bad, mkay?

Should a bank be able to shorten your password without your involvement?

The bank of a friend changed password policy, such that you are limited to 20 characters. However, he used 24 letters before and thus was not able to log in anymore.
He called his advisor, who suggested, he should try to log in with the fi… Continue reading Should a bank be able to shorten your password without your involvement?