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Getting Started Security Architecture Security Report Best Practices Usage Scenarios OPSEC & Privacy Frequently Asked QuestionsGetting Started with PassForge Pro
Complete setup and usage guide for PassForgePro.py
Step 1: Installation
Clone the repository and install dependencies:
cd PassForgePro
pip install -r requirements.txt
Step 2: First Launch
Run 'python PassForgePro.py' to initialize...
⚠️ CRITICAL: Your master password is IRRETRIEVABLE if lost. Store it securely using physical methods (safe, paper backup, hardware key).
Step 3: Vault Creation
Select vault folder location, choose language (EN/TR), and select theme...
Step 4: Adding Entries
Use the 'Add Entry' button to create password records...
Step 5: Auto-Lock & Security
Configure auto-lock timer in settings...
Technical Security Report
Independent analysis of PassForge Pro cryptographic implementation
Executive Summary
PassForge Pro implements industry-standard cryptographic primitives...
Cryptographic Stack
Key Derivation: PBKDF2-HMAC-SHA256 with 150,000 iterations...
Threat Model
DEFENDS AGAINST: Offline brute-force attacks...
Security Audit Status
PassForge Pro is 100% open-source...
Security Best Practices
Recommendations for maximum security
Master Password Storage
NEVER store your master password digitally...
Vault Backup Strategy
Maintain 3-2-1 backup rule...
Software Updates
Always use the latest version from official GitHub repository...
Operating Environment
IDEAL: Tails OS (live USB, RAM-only)...
Usage Scenarios
Recommended configurations for different user levels
Beginner: Basic Protection
Setup: Install on personal Windows/Mac...
Intermediate: Enhanced Security
Setup: Linux with full-disk encryption...
Advanced: Maximum Paranoia
Setup: Tails OS (live USB), air-gapped device...
Frequently Asked Questions
⚠️ THREAT MODEL NOTICE: PassForge provides mid-level protection in its threat model...
How does Clipboard Sanitation work?
PassForge monitors the system clipboard state...
What is No-Interaction Auto-Lock?
Our 'Unmanned Defense' protocol tracks user interaction...
How secure is the Master Password?
We use PBKDF2 with HMAC-SHA256...
Does PassForge resist CPU backdoors?
PassForge is hardware-agnostic but memory-sensitive...
What if the entire system is hacked?
Even in a total OS compromise, your vault remains encrypted...
Can malware steal data after lock?
No. Upon locking, the application executes a 'Memory Shred' command...
Can the master password be captured from RAM?
Theoretically yes, but it requires...
What about memory dump + string scan?
The Fernet key is never stored on disk...
Does PyArmor anti-debug really work?
PyArmor stops casual debuggers and script kiddies...
What if the algorithm is discovered?
Modern cryptography does NOT rely on algorithm secrecy...
Would running on Tails increase security?
Yes, significantly. Tails is a RAM-only OS...
Can someone brute-force my master password?
Extremely unlikely. We use PBKDF2-HMAC-SHA256...
What happens if I forget my master password?
Your vault is permanently inaccessible...
Is the SQLite database file encrypted?
Yes, but with a critical distinction...
Can PassForge protect against keyloggers?
No password manager can fully protect...
What if my vault file is stolen?
The attacker has an encrypted blob...
Does PassForge have a cloud sync feature?
No, and this is intentional...
Can I audit the source code myself?
Absolutely. PassForge is 100% open-source...
What about side-channel attacks?
PassForge uses constant-time comparison...
Is PassForge vulnerable to SQL injection?
No. All database queries use parameterized statements...
Can I use PassForge on a shared/public computer?
Not recommended. Shared computers may have keyloggers...
