Daily Blog #807: Sunday Funday 4/13/25

This week, I'm issuing a challenge to all of you out there who want to test your mettle and give Chris Eng some friendly competition. My goal is to make this challenge accessible yet still push the boundaries of knowledge in the field. So, let's dive into this week's browser stored credential challenge, with a focus on profiling popular browser password extractors.

As we all know, the first thing an attacker will try to do if they gain access to a user's system is extract all of the saved browser passwords. It's time to put our knowledge to the test and see what artifacts are left behind that would reveal the usage of these tools on a Windows 11 system.

For this challenge, I'll be profiling two popular browser password extractors: WebBroweerPassView and HackBrowserData. These tools have been widely used by attackers and security professionals alike to gain access to sensitive information. By examining the artifacts left behind, we can gain a better understanding of how these tools operate and improve our defenses.

Let's start with WebBroweerPassView. This tool is designed to extract browser passwords from various browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. When used on a Windows 11 system, it leaves behind several artifacts that can be detected by security professionals.

WebBroweerPassView Artifacts

Possible File Location: C:\Users\username\AppData\Local\Microsoft\WindowsApps

Possible Registry Key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\DownloadHandlers

Possible Process ID: Windows Defender can detect suspicious activity related to WebBroweerPassView using its process ID.

Next, let's take a look at HackBrowserData. This tool is also designed to extract browser passwords from various browsers, but with a more stealthy approach. When used on a Windows 11 system, it leaves behind several artifacts that can be detected by security professionals.

HackBrowserData Artifacts

Possible File Location: C:\Users\username\AppData\Local\Temp

Possible Registry Key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\DownloadHandlers

Possible Process ID: Windows Defender can detect suspicious activity related to HackBrowserData using its process ID.

The challenge is clear: try multiple browser password viewing tools and see what artifacts they leave behind on both Windows 11 and MacOS systems. Will you be able to stay one step ahead of the attackers?

The Challenge

Take on this challenge and report your findings to us. Try using at least two different browser password extractors, including WebBroweerPassView and HackBrowserData. Then, examine the artifacts left behind on both Windows 11 and MacOS systems.

Reward for completing this challenge will be given out next week in our next blog post. Don't miss out – get ready to test your skills and give Chris Eng a run for his money!