password security

Discussions on WindowsForum.com about password security focus on recent changes in Microsoft Edge that affect how saved passwords are protected. One thread covers Edge's removal of the Custom Primary Password option, shifting protection to device-based authentication like Windows Hello. Another thread highlights a security researcher's finding that Edge decrypts saved passwords at startup and keeps them in plaintext memory, a behavior Microsoft confirmed as expected. These topics explore the trade-offs between convenience and security, the tightening integration between Edge and Windows identity features, and the implications for users who rely on browser-based password managers. The conversations reflect ongoing concerns about credential safety in modern browsers.