Password Security Scanner 1.19

NirSoft ❘ Freeware

Password Security Scanner is a useful portable tool which makes it easy to assess the strength of any Internet Explorer, Outlook, Firefox, Live Mail or Windows Messenger passwords which might be stored on your PC.

Overview

Password Security Scanner is a Freeware software in the category Security developed by NirSoft.

The latest version of Password Security Scanner is 1.19, released on 10/01/2013. It was initially added to our database on 06/18/2013.

Password Security Scanner runs on the following operating systems: Windows.

Password Security Scanner has not been rated by our users yet.

Pros

Free to use
Lightweight and portable
Doesn't require installation
Supports multiple password types (web browsers, email clients, etc.)
Easy to use interface for scanning
Fast performance in retrieving stored passwords
Provides detailed information about each password stored and/or detected

Cons

Limited to Windows operating system
May not detect all password stores (depends on application compatibility)
Could pose security risks if used on public or shared devices
No regular updates or support from NirSoft
User may have to deal with false positives when scanning

FAQ

What is Password Security Scanner by NirSoft?

Password Security Scanner is a free tool developed by NirSoft that scans your system to find passwords stored by various applications.

How does Password Security Scanner work?

Password Security Scanner scans the Windows OS for saved passwords in various apps, web browsers, and other tools, presenting them in a user-friendly format for review.

Is Password Security Scanner safe to use?

Yes, Password Security Scanner is safe to use and does not collect or transmit any sensitive information to third parties.

What types of passwords can Password Security Scanner detect?

Password Security Scanner can detect passwords saved in web browsers, email clients, FTP clients, instant messengers, wireless network keys, and more.

Can Password Security Scanner recover my forgotten passwords?

No, Password Security Scanner is not a password recovery tool. It can only display passwords that are already saved on your system.

Does Password Security Scanner require installation?

No, Password Security Scanner is a standalone tool that does not require installation. Simply download and run the executable file.

Can Password Security Scanner be used for ethical hacking purposes?

While Password Security Scanner can uncover saved passwords on a system, it should only be used ethically and with the consent of the system owner.

Is there a Mac or Linux version of Password Security Scanner?

No, Password Security Scanner is specifically designed for Windows OS and does not have versions that work on Mac or Linux systems.

Can Password Security Scanner detect passwords from all applications?

Password Security Scanner may not detect passwords from all applications. Some newer or more secure applications may encrypt passwords better, making them undetectable.

Is Password Security Scanner compatible with all versions of Windows?

Password Security Scanner is compatible with most versions of Windows, including Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista, and XP.

Latest Version
1.19

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