Can you crack a KeePass database?

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It's certainly possible to crack a KeePass database, but is it practical? I often wondered this, not just as a security-conscious KeePass user, but as someone who forgot the password to one of my databases. 3 июн. 2021 г.

Can KeePass be brute forced?

KeePass features a protection against brute-force and dictionary attacks; see the security help page for details.

How secure is KeePass database?

KeePass supports several encryption standards, AES and Twofish, that are regarded as very secure. It encrypts the entire database and uses SHA-256 to hash the master key components. It protects passwords even while KeePass is running and makes dictionary and brute-force attacks harder by using key derivation functions.

What database does KeePass use?

KeePass uses the common CSV export format of various passwords safes like Password Keeper and Password Agent. Exports from these programs can be easily imported to your KeePass databases.

How do I transfer my KeePass database to another computer?

Import Existing KeePass Database1Run the standard version of KeePass, where your existing password database resides.2Click Export from the File menu.3Choose the export format (KeePass KDBX 2. x is recommended, as this format is encrypted).4Input the file to where you want to password database exported.5Click OK.Import Existing KeePass Database - Pleasant Solutions

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