Passware Kit 2026 v3 Now Available
July 23, 2026 Product Update
Passware has expanded its proprietary BitLocker decryption method for TPM-protected devices to support PIN recovery.
July 23, 2026 Product Update
Passware has expanded its proprietary BitLocker decryption method for TPM-protected devices to support PIN recovery.
June 30, 2026 Product Update
Passware introduces a new decryption method for the Samsung S20/S20+/S20 Ultra. Combined with existing support for the S10 and Exynos-based S20 series, Passware Kit Mobile now provides full coverage across both Samsung lineups.
June 04, 2026 How-To
With YellowKey getting a lot of attention in the forensics community, let us explain what it actually is, how it works, and what your options are when it doesn’t.
April 14, 2026 Product Update
Passware further expands 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.
April 01, 2026 Product Update
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.
February 25, 2026 Product Update
Passware introduces a proprietary method that enables investigators to unlock and decrypt data from Samsung Galaxy S20, S21, and other recent models powered by the Exynos 990 (S5E9830) and 2100 (S5E9840) chipsets.
December 16, 2025 Product Update
In its final release of the year, Passware introduces a new solution for AMD Zen-based desktops protected with BitLocker and firmware TPM (fTPM), even when a PIN is set.
December 04, 2025 Product Update
Passware Kit Mobile now supports Samsung devices powered by the Exynos Octa 9820/9825 chipset, including popular models such as the Galaxy S10.
October 15, 2025 Product Update
Passware Kit 2025 v4 introduces instant password recovery and unlocking for Transcend Portable 2022–2025 SSDs. It now also supports Enpass, expanding its decryption capabilities to even more password managers.
October 08, 2025 Product Update
Passware Kit Mobile 2025 v4 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.
October 06, 2025 How-To
With PDFs being widely used across industries and everyday tasks, what happens when access is lost? This article explains PDF encryption and the techniques used for password recovery and document unlocking.
July 22, 2025 Product Update
Passware Kit 2025 v3 decrypts BitLocker-protected devices with TPM chip in minutes. The process is supported on Windows x64 devices that use the Preboot Execution Environment (PXE).
April 04, 2024 Product Update
Passware Kit introduces a built-in resource management tool that allows forensic examiners to easily configure, manage, and monitor a cluster of Passware Kit Agents. The device decryption functionality has been expanded, offering the capability to recover passwords for and decrypt a wider range of Western Digital My Passport drives.
February 15, 2024 How-To
This article provides comprehensive insights into Apple native encryption, covering both software and hardware-based levels.
December 14, 2023 Product Update
Introducing the redesigned Distributed Password Recovery, which empowers users to remotely control all the Passware Kit Agents within their network directly from the PKF. Multiple password recovery attacks are now run simultaneously, reducing the GPU idle time.
December 05, 2023 Product Update
Passware Kit Mobile 2024 v1 has expanded its capabilities by introducing password recovery and data extraction for Samsung MediaTek-based devices, in addition to the Exynos and Qualcomm-based devices announced previously.
October 31, 2023 Product Update
Users are invited to complete the all-new Passware Certified Examiner Training, a comprehensive online education course. The new training comprises 16 entirely redesigned video sessions, each lasting up to 35 minutes. These sessions address the essential decryption tasks computer forensic experts may encounter and cover key capabilities of Passware Kit Forensic.
October 19, 2023 Product Update
Passware introduces Device Decryption Add-on — a specialized solution designed for decrypting Western Digital My Passport drives and Macs equipped with Apple T2 Security Chips. Passware Kit 2023 v4 also features instant recovery of Wi-Fi passwords and extraction of network credentials from the standalone Windows “Users” and “Config” folders.
October 04, 2023 Product Update
Passware Kit Mobile introduces a multi-window mode that enables simultaneous passcode recovery, decryption, and data extraction for multiple mobile devices, making this tool an ideal solution for addressing a backlog of cases that involve locked mobile devices.
July 11, 2023 Product Update
Passware Kit 2023 v3 enables users to unlock encrypted Apple Notes. It detects Apple Notes SQLite databases and recovers passwords with GPU acceleration. It also adds support for the latest version of KeePass, including databases protected with key files, and it instantly unlocks AxCrypt files using the password recovered for AxCrypt private key.
June 22, 2023 Product Update
PKM 2023 v4 is the first and only forensic software in its class that unlocks and extracts data from Qualcomm-based mobile devices with SDM845, SDM710, and SDM712 chipsets. It also presents an option to send email notifications that keep you informed about the results of your passcode recovery tasks.
May 04, 2023 Product Update
PKM 2023 v3 introduces GPU-accelerated password recovery option for Oppo and Vivo devices. It adds support for 180+ LG, Xiaomi, Motorola, Nokia, and other MediaTek-based smartphones and overall supports 490+ mobile devices.
April 04, 2023 Product Update
Passware Kit 2023 v2 introduces an option to detect and decrypt containers encrypted with Steganos. It also increases the chances of successful password recovery for VeraCrypt drives by recovering their Personal Iterations Multiplier (PIM) parameters. Last but not least, it bypasses Mac EFI firmware passwords and adds support for mounted physical drives.
February 21, 2023 Product Update
Passware Kit Mobile 2023 v2 introduces GPU-accelerated password recovery option for Xiaomi and Huawei MediaTek-based smartphones. It now supports 300+ mobile devices overall! Apple device decryption has become more stable and is now supported for devices with iOS 15.7-16.3.