Microsoft reiterates that it's totally fine with Edge storing passwords in cleartext, despite security…
Microsoft has confirmed that Microsoft Edge stores saved passwords in cleartext within the browser's memory, a design choice intended to balance performance and usability. While Microsoft states this requires the device to already be compromised, security researchers highlight that this vulnerability could allow attackers with admin rights to easily access sensitive credentials, especially in shared environments. The company recommends users maintain up-to-date security software.
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