Microsoft Edge just stopped storing your passwords in plaintext - but you'll need the latest update
Microsoft Edge has stopped storing passwords in plaintext in memory, enhancing user security. This change is effective in Edge version 148 and later, following concerns raised by a security researcher. Users are encouraged to update their browser to benefit from this improved security feature.
- ▪Microsoft Edge will no longer store passwords in plaintext in RAM.
- ▪The change takes effect in Edge version 148 or later.
- ▪This decision was made in response to security concerns raised by a researcher.
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Tech Home Tech Security Microsoft Edge just stopped storing your passwords in plaintext - but you'll need the latest update Though Microsoft claimed that storing plaintext passwords in memory was by design, the company has changed the behavior to better protect your passwords. Written by Lance Whitney, ContributorContributor May 18, 2026 at 7:52 a.m. PT Lance Whitney/ZDNETFollow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google.ZDNET's key takeawaysMicrosoft 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 later.Do you use Microsoft Edge to save and manage your website passwords? If so, you should now feel safer that your passwords will be better protected…
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