I log my SecureCRT terminal sessions in text files so I can see what I have done later (or done wrong.)
The Problem:
Sometimes I accidentally type a password in the wrong spot. Then it ends up showing in plain text instead of concealed behind asterisks (******.)
Now this is written to my plain text terminal logs!
The Fix
To hide this I use windows (XP) search companion to find the password text in the logs and edit it out.
This works well except ...
The Problem:
When I go back into Search companion it now remembers it's last search (MY PASSWORD!) when I type the first letter of the last search it shows it in a pull down.
I couldnt find how to make seach companion forget my password now. after searching I gave up and then figured it out on my own.
The Fix:
I'ts simple after typing the first letter the pulldown appear with the password. Move the mouse over the pulldown of previous searches and hit the delete key.
Done. The last search (aka password) is forgotten.
