LastPass’ mobile app offers access to your desktop vault without a master password
A screenshot of the LastPass vault, where users’ passwords are stored. | Image: LastPass Password manager LastPass is rolling out a new “passwordless” method to access its desktop vault today. Previously, users had to type in their master password to unlock the company’s desktop vault (and its stored passwords). Now, they’ll be able to authenticate access via the company’s mobile app. Presumably, this will include the option to use your phone’s biometric login features, like face and fingerprint unlock, though LastPass has not been completely clear how this will work in practice. “Get instant access to the accounts used every day — without ever having to enter a password” LastPass is characterizing this as a “passwordless” login, but it’s important to note that your master password isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.... Continue reading…
Password manager LastPass is rolling out a new “passwordless” method to access its desktop vault today.
Previously, users had to type in their master password to unlock the company’s desktop vault (and its stored passwords). Now, they’ll be able to authenticate access via the company’s mobile app. Presumably, this will include the option to use your phone’s biometric login features, like face and fingerprint unlock, though LastPass has not been completely clear how this will work in practice.
LastPass is characterizing this as a “passwordless” login, but it’s important to note that your master password isn’t going anywhere anytime soon....
