⚡️In response to strong interest in the previously released decryption support for the Samsung Exynos-based S20 series, Passware is further expanding its Samsung device coverage by adding the S10 series models powered by Qualcomm chipsets, as well as newer devices based on the Exynos 850 and 9610/9611 chipsets. 📱 🚸 Additional enhancements include support for Android tablets powered by the Rockchip RK3562 SoC – particularly popular among children – along with several user interface improvements. https://lnkd.in/gGtWFTCU #DFIR #pkm #decryption #samsung #galaxy #exynos #qualcomm #rockchip #android #ios #apple
Passware
IT Services and IT Consulting
Mountain View, California 1,658 followers
Founded in 1998, Passware is the worldwide leading maker of password recovery and e-Discovery software.
About us
Founded in 1998, Passware is the worldwide leading maker of password recovery and e-Discovery software. Passware forensic products are used by the world’s top law enforcement agencies to crack cases where decryption is required – with a 70% success rate. Passware has been used to prevent nuclear terrorism, has saved hostages held at gunpoint, and is law enforcement’s tool of choice in preventing child exploitation. Our client list includes the FBI, US Secret Service, Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Europol, Israel’s Lahav 433, the UK Metropolitan Police, as well as most law enforcement bodies in Europe and Asia. Passware is also the go-to tool in the corporate world. It is used for encryption audits and as a key compliance tool. It allows customers in businesses of all sizes to access encrypted documents ensuring constant availability of important information.
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http://www.passware.com
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- Industry
- IT Services and IT Consulting
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Mountain View, California
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1998
- Specialties
- decryption, encryption, computer forensics, password recovery, and evidence discovery
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800 W El Camino Real
Suite 180
Mountain View, California 94040, US
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🪄 We are proud to make BitLocker decryption faster and easier than ever! Passware introduces a new method that can decrypt TPM-protected BitLocker devices in just minutes using a single USB drive. This approach is more versatile and supports a wider range of devices, compared to previous Passware Kit methods. 🔐 Passware also enhances password recovery capabilities for LastPass extensions, Steganos vaults, and FileMaker databases by supporting newer versions and additional protection types. 💡 For select items with strong encryption, Passware Kit now includes an option to cache previously tested passwords. This eliminates redundant checks and significantly improves overall password recovery performance. #DFIR #pkf #pku #2026v2 #bitlocker #tpm #usb #steganos #lastpass #cache #filemaker https://lnkd.in/d-2Da7M8
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🎄 As 2026 approaches, Passware unveils a major update to its flagship product – Passware Kit Ultimate 2026 v1.💥 💻 Decryption of BitLocker-protected devices remains one of the most frequent challenges in the computer forensics community. Passware continues to research new methods to unlock such devices and reduce decryption times. In its final release of the year, Passware introduces a new solution for desktop computers with AMD Zen-based CPUs protected with BitLocker and firmware TPM (fTPM), even when a PIN is set.🔐 ⚡️Other highlights of the 2026 v1 release include support for Intel Arc GPUs, removal of invalid rules from hashcat rule files, support for ZIP hashes, and a new built-in dictionary of more than 550,000 frequently used passwords. Enjoy the new PKF and PKU 2026 v1, and warmest holiday wishes from all of us! ⛄️ #DFIR #pkf #pku #2026v1 #bitlocker #tpm #ftpm #amd #zen #hash #hashcat #rule #pgp #intelarc #dictionary https://lnkd.in/gQDBiXMU
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🎄Passware continues to expand its capabilities for unlocking the most popular mobile phones, now adding support for the Samsung Galaxy S10 and other devices powered by the Exynos Octa 9820/9825 chipset. ⚡️ The passcode recovery feature supports GPU acceleration and is compatible with devices running the latest firmware. 📱Additional improvements include broader support for Qualcomm-based devices and enhanced usability of the License Manager. #DFIR https://lnkd.in/dFi8364Y
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💻 As the number of hardware manufacturers increases, forensic professionals must ensure their decryption solution remains current and supports an expanding range of disk models. Passware Kit 2025 v4 introduces password recovery and unlocking for Transcend Portable 2022–2025 SSDs. 🔑 It now also supports Enpass, expanding its decryption capabilities to even more password managers. To optimize password recovery for multi-file jobs, Passware Kit now offers an option that automatically checks the previously recovered passwords for other files in the session, thereby increasing the overall decryption success rate. 📈 🍏 Passware Kit 2025 v4 is fully compatible with the latest macOS 26 Tahoe, offering T2 unlock, APFS decryption, as well as password recovery for Apple Notes, iWork files, Keychain, and user hashes of this OS. 💡 The user interface has also been enhanced to facilitate license management, highlight Passware Kit’s new features, and make it easier to submit feedback. https://lnkd.in/dz4mm7jb #DFIR #ssd #passware #decryption
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⚡️Passware Kit Mobile 2025 v4 is here, now supporting over 1,000 device models! 📱This release introduces GPU-accelerated password recovery for Unisoc-based devices powered by SC9832E, SC7731E, and T310 chipsets – covering popular models from Acer, Alcatel, ZTE, and more. The update also extends support of MediaTek-based devices, adding compatibility for 20+ new Android models with Dimensity 900, 920, and 1080 chipsets. 🔓Samsung decryption has been updated with newly added support for the Keymaster TEEGRIS 5 encryption scheme. 🥷 And finally, we’ve made password recovery and logging more convenient with a new rule-based attack and save-results option.💾 https://lnkd.in/djdW6QwR #DFIR #decryption #mobile #DigitalForensics #Forensics
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📖 With PDFs being widely used across industries and everyday tasks, what happens when access is lost? This new article explains PDF encryption and the techniques used for password recovery and document unlocking https://passwa.re/ar25-pdf #DFIR
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Passware Annual Global Partner Meeting in Italy was a blast! 🇮🇹 We are fortunate to work with the most experienced partners in the field of Digital Forensics. Their decades of experience provide deep industry knowledge and thorough understanding of customer needs. Discussing innovations in device decryption with industry experts was a unique opportunity. Our partners got a sneak peek at the breakthrough features on our roadmap. We also enjoyed the chance to connect with our long-term partners in an informal setting along the beautiful shores of Lake Como. Special thanks to Luca Losio for sharing his experience using Passware Kit Ultimate! We returned inspired with fresh ideas and remain committed to developing pioneering solutions for the computer forensics community. #DFIR #digitalforensics #passwordrecovery #encryption #decryption #mobileforensics #Passware
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🔐 BitLocker encryption has long presented a significant challenge in forensic investigations. With the release of Passware Kit 2025 v3, a streamlined solution is now available. This update allows forensic experts to decrypt BitLocker-protected devices with TPM chip in minutes. The process is supported on Windows x64 devices that use the Preboot Execution Environment (PXE). 🥷 Passware introduces a new "Apply Rules" attack, compatible with rule files from third-party tools, such as hashcat and John the Ripper. This advanced option allows the user to modify, extend, and filter passwords generated by basic password-recovery attacks, including Dictionary and Brute-force. 🌪 Passware Kit now supports digest extraction from password-protected files, allowing users to transfer the password recovery process to another machine without moving large files or disk images. ⚡️Additional enhancements in this release include support for the latest bcrypt hash algorithm; GPU acceleration for Steganos Safe; and updated password recovery and decryption for Apple Notes, FileMaker, and Windows domain users. #DFIR #pkf #2025.3 #bitlocker #tpm #pxe #bitpixie #steganos #bcrypt #sha256 #digest #hashcat #macos #sequoia #apple #notes #server2025 #filemaker #hash https://lnkd.in/dGXFFsK5
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⚡️Passware Kit Mobile 2025 v3 introduces instant data decryption for select Huawei Kirin devices, enabling forensic professionals to extract critical information even without requiring the device password. This decryption option supports Kirin 710 and 970 chipsets with UFS storage and covers popular models such as the Huawei P20 Pro, Y9s, and Honor 10. 🔓Additionally, PKM now supports the latest hybrid encryption scheme used in Huawei devices powered by Kirin 659 and Kirin 960 chipsets, ensuring full compatibility with models such as the Huawei Mate 9 and P20 Lite. 📱📱The latest version of PKM further expands device support by adding 22 new models powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 and MediaTek Dimensity 800 (MT6873) chipsets. #DFIR https://lnkd.in/d84A5H-r