Sunday, May 26, 2013

LastPass password manager gets two new security options

LastPass password manager gets two new security options

I have used LastPass for quite some time before I made the switch to the KeePass password manager. While I have not regretted that move, I know of several users who are using LastPass for all their password management needs.

LastPass supports a wide variety of features that make it more than a replacement for the built-in password manager of the web browser. This includes a secure password generator, note taking, access from web browsers and the LastPass website, browser synchronization and automatic form filling.

The premium version adds mobile client support and multifactor authentication to the client using Yubikeys or USB thumb drives.

Two new security features have been added to LastPass accounts yesterday that improve the security further. Both features are available in the account... [via Ghacks Technology News]