Managing security settings across an organization is crucial, and one way to enhance security is by disabling the password manager in Google Chrome. This can prevent users from saving passwords in their browsers, reducing the risk of unauthorized access. Microsoft Intune provides a streamlined way to enforce this policy across all managed devices. Here’s a step-by-step guide to blocking the password manager on Google Chrome using Microsoft Intune.

Step 1: Sign in to Microsoft Intune

  1. Access the Intune Portal: Go to the Microsoft Intune Admin Center.
  2. Sign In: Use your administrator credentials to log in.

Step 2: Create a Configuration Profile

  1. Navigate to Devices: In the left-hand menu, select Devices.
  2. Create Profile: Click on Configuration, Policies and then +Create.
  3. Platform Selection: Choose Windows 10 and later.
  4. Profile Type: Select Templates and then Administrative Templates, click Create.

Step 3: Configure Google Chrome Settings

  1. Search for Chrome Settings: In the configuration settings, use the search bar to find Google Chrome.
  2. Password Manager Settings: Locate the setting for Password Manager Enabled.
  3. Disable Password Manager: Set this option to Disabled. This will prevent users from saving passwords in Google Chrome.
    Intune Block Password manager in Chrome

Step 4: Assign the Profile

  1. Assign to Groups: After configuring the settings, click Next to assign the profile to specific user or device groups.
  2. Review and Create: Review your settings and click Create to finalize the profile.

Step 5: Monitor and Verify

  1. Check Deployment Status: Go to Devices > Configuration profiles to monitor the deployment status.
  2. Verify on Devices: Ensure that the policy is applied by checking the settings on a managed device. Open Google Chrome and navigate to settings to confirm that the password manager is disabled.

Benefits of Blocking Password Manager

  • Enhanced Security: Prevents unauthorized access by ensuring passwords are not stored in the browser.
  • Compliance: Helps meet organizational security policies and compliance requirements.
  • Centralized Management: Simplifies the enforcement of security settings across all managed devices.

Conclusion

Blocking the password manager in Google Chrome using Microsoft Intune is a easy configuration that significantly enhances your organization’s security posture. By following these steps, you can ensure that sensitive information is not stored in browsers, reducing the risk of data breaches.

 

Paul Cobben