johnhenry
01-29-2007, 12:43 PM
Hey Folks,
For reasons of simplicity/portability I need to use a password manager for some on-line accounts. I'm looking at one called PINs
See PINs here (http://www.mirekw.com/winfreeware/pins.html)
It's a great, free program; I'm just concerned about security of it.
It says it uses 448Bit Blowfish encryption, which is good.
But I worry about the vulnerability of the program itself.
Also, It's open source.
Any thoughts, opinions or experiences welcome!
Thanks :)
Nodsu
01-29-2007, 02:19 PM
The "current" version is from 2003! You had better find something that is actively being worked on. No security-related program can be so ready that one doesn't have to improve it in three years.
johnhenry
01-30-2007, 01:07 AM
Thanks Nodsu.
I was a little worried about that when I saw it too. But then, i started thinking that may not be too important a concern. I'm tempted to use this unless I here of any specific threats, because it's free, easy to use, and has all the features I need.
Follow up: is the Blowfish algorythm considered out-dated?
Thanks!
raybay
01-30-2007, 01:18 AM
However, good enough for individuals... the Blowfish algorythm is still quite secure.
jeffcool
06-24-2008, 04:08 AM
I recommend Cute Password Manager to manage your on-line accounts and log you in websites with these accounts automatically.