Microsoft Edge stores passwords unencrypted in computer memory

Microsoft Edge stores user passwords unencrypted in computer memory. This behavior is confirmed by security researchers and acknowledged by Microsoft as intentional. The browser decrypts all saved credentials upon startup, keeping them accessible in RAM regardless of usage. This contrasts with Google Chrome's "App Bound Encryption" which offers a layer of protection. Security experts advise against relying on built-in browser password managers, recommending dedicated, end-to-end encrypted solutions for better security.