Is KeePass compromised?
KeePass: When this program runs on a computer where a logged in user has the KeePass database unlocked, KeeFarce (a hacking tool) decrypts the entire database and writes it to a file that the hacker can easily access. In theory this kind of hack makes all password managers vulnerable.
Are KDBX files secure?
The database is accessible only through a master password or a key file, or a composite security control that combines both. The software uses Twofish and AES encryption to protect the database from hacking attempts.
Are there any third party security audits for KeePassXC?
At the time of writing, No. Having a third-party security audit comes with a considerable price and at the moment, KeePassXC is a purely community-driven project. There is no company or business behind KeePassXC and we have other expenses. We receive some donations, but those are not enough to finance an audit.
What do you need to know about KeePassX?
KeePassX is an application for people with extremly high demands on secure personal data management. It has a light interface, is cross platform and published under the terms of the GNU General Public License. KeePassX saves many different information e.g. user names, passwords, urls, attachments and comments in one single database.
How can I contribute to the KeePassXC project?
You can contribute to the project by reporting bugs , proposing new features , writing code , translating, and/or donating . Why KeePassXC instead of KeePassX? Why KeePassXC instead of KeePass? Which password database formats are compatible with KeePassXC? Why is there no cloud synchronization feature built into KeePassXC?
When did KeePassX change its name to KeePass L?
Originally KeePassX was called KeePass/L for Linux since it was a port of Windows password manager Keepass Password Safe. After KeePass/L became a cross platform application the name was not appropriate anymore and therefore, on 22 March 2006 it has been changed.