Microsoft Edge loads all your saved passwords, decrypted and in plaintext, into memory at startup. Google Chrome doesn’t—is it time to switch browser?

Microsoft has ended support for Edge's master password, replacing it with device-based authentication from June 4, 2026. The change affects Edge version 146 and later, requiring users to unlock saved ...

Microsoft Edge 138 has received a new update that fixes security issues. One issue, to be precise. Version 138.0.3351.121 is now available for download in the Stable Channel. It does not contain any ...

Though Microsoft claimed that storing plaintext passwords in memory was by design, the company has changed the behavior to better protect your passwords.

Microsoft has released the latest version of its Chromium-based Edge web browser that could entice users to migrate away from Chome. First off, there aren't a lot of new features to be found in the ...

KnowBe4 announced a new collaboration with Microsoft to integrate KnowBe4 SecurityCoach with the Microsoft Edge for Business browser. Browser security threats are increasing, and global cybersecurity ...

Microsoft has released a new security update for the Edge browser in the Stable Channel. Version 125.0.2535.85 fixes seven different Chromium security vulnerabilities of high severity. Microsoft has ...

In future Microsoft Edge browser updates, users will stop loading all saved passwords into memory at startup, reducing the risk of exposure if a device is compromised. The change comes after a ...

Microsoft pushes millions of users to the Edge. Updated on October 11, with details of Microsoft Edge’s proposed new technology to take on Google Chrome over user privacy as well as security.

Microsoft Edge will no longer store your passwords in plaintext in RAM. The behavior occurred if you used the Edge browser as your password manager. The change takes effect in Edge version 148 or ...