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Microsoft reverses stance on Edge password vulnerability

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Microsoft has reversed its stance on a password vulnerability in its Edge browser, now planning to update all supported versions. Initially, the company stated that saved passwords loading into memory in plaintext at startup was by design. However, following public disclosure and likely media pressure, Microsoft will implement a change to prevent passwords from being loaded into memory upon startup, prioritizing this update. AI

IMPACT Minimal direct impact on AI operations; focuses on web browser security.

RANK_REASON This is a product update addressing a security vulnerability, not a core AI release or significant industry event.

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Microsoft reverses stance on Edge password vulnerability

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Davey Winder, Senior Contributor ·

    Microsoft Does U-Turn On Edge ‘By Design’ Password Vulnerability

    Microsoft has confirmed a “defense-in-depth change will come to every supported version of Edge” after initially refusing to address browser password security issue.

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