We're discussing exploring the incredible benefits and addressing some concerns. In 2021 the Federal Trade Commission issued its Password Checklist Guidelines; one of those voices included: “consider [the use of] a reputable Password Manager” to store passwords. Millions of Americans and hundreds of Millions of users worldwide already use Password Managers to protect their credentials and the popularity of these tools was rising long before the FTC found out about them.
But how do you deem a Password Manager reputable? And what are the things to consider when choosing one?
Table of contents:
- Risks related to using Password Managers
- Master Password Leak
- Social Engineering
- Device theft
- Master Password Loss
- Verdict on Password Managers
- Conclusions