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Passwork 7 Enhances Enterprise Password and Secrets Management

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Passwork 7, an on-premises unified platform for password and secrets management, has been released. The update focuses on simplifying credential organization, access, and management, addressing the increasing complexity of credential storage and sharing in modern organizations. The new version introduces a hierarchical structure for organizing data, flexible vault architecture, and enhanced access control. It supports both password management and secrets management, integrating with corporate systems and providing robust security monitoring and incident response capabilities. The platform is designed to streamline workflows and make key features more accessible, particularly in sectors like public service, education, and healthcare. Passwork 7 aims to reduce the learning curve and support rapid, efficient deployment of secure password management without disrupting daily operations. Passwork 7 introduces customizable notifications with flexible delivery options for authentication events and activity log entries. It also provides multiple automation tools including a Python connector, command-line interface (CLI), and Docker container for integration into various workflows. Additionally, Passwork 7 offers a 10% discount for organizations migrating from other password managers and a Black Friday promotion running from November 26 to December 3, 2025, with discounts reaching 50%. The platform introduces a vault types architecture that transforms how organizations structure credential access, offering user vaults, company vaults, and custom vault types. It also provides comprehensive SSO and LDAP support for integration with existing authentication systems. Passwork 7 operates as a self-hosted password manager, ensuring data sovereignty and compliance with regulations like GDPR and HIPAA. The platform holds ISO 27001 certification, demonstrating compliance with internationally recognized information security management standards.

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  1. 03.10.2025 14:30 3 articles · 1mo ago

    Passwork 7 released with enhanced password and secrets management

    Passwork 7, an on-premises unified platform for password and secrets management, has been released. The update focuses on simplifying credential organization, access, and management, addressing the increasing complexity of credential storage and sharing in modern organizations. The new version introduces a hierarchical structure for organizing data, flexible vault architecture, and enhanced access control. It supports both password management and secrets management, integrating with corporate systems and providing robust security monitoring and incident response capabilities. The platform is designed to streamline workflows and make key features more accessible, particularly in sectors like public service, education, and healthcare. Passwork 7 aims to reduce the learning curve and support rapid, efficient deployment of secure password management without disrupting daily operations. Passwork 7 introduces customizable notifications with flexible delivery options for authentication events and activity log entries. It also provides multiple automation tools including a Python connector, command-line interface (CLI), and Docker container for integration into various workflows. Additionally, Passwork 7 offers a 10% discount for organizations migrating from other password managers and a Black Friday promotion running from November 26 to December 3, 2025, with discounts reaching 50%. The platform introduces a vault types architecture that transforms how organizations structure credential access, offering user vaults, company vaults, and custom vault types. It also provides comprehensive SSO and LDAP support for integration with existing authentication systems. Passwork 7 operates as a self-hosted password manager, ensuring data sovereignty and compliance with regulations like GDPR and HIPAA. The platform holds ISO 27001 certification, demonstrating compliance with internationally recognized information security management standards.

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