VAULTCMD Windows Command Guide

The Windows vaultcmd command allows users to access and manage credentials in the Windows Credential Manager from the command line. It provides various options to add, delete, and list credentials, making it easier to securely store and retrieve sensitive information. Use this command to streamline the management of credentials in Windows environments efficiently.

VAULTCMD Syntax:

vaultcmd [option] [parameter]

Options:

Option	Description
-a	Perform action A
-b	Perform action B
-c	Perform action C

Parameters:

Parameter	Description
file.txt	Specify a file to operate on
folder	Specify a folder to operate on
user123	Specify a user to perform action for

Caution

Exercise caution when using the vaultcmd command as it can modify or delete sensitive data. Make sure you have the necessary permissions and are aware of the consequences of your actions.

VAULTCMD Command Samples:

Add a Windows credential

vaultcmd /add "MyCredential" /user:admin /password:Password123 /target:myserver

Add a new Windows credential named “MyCredential” with username “admin” and password “Password123” for the target “myserver”.

List all saved credentials

vaultcmd /list

View a list of all saved credentials in the Windows Vault.

Remove a specific credential

vaultcmd /delete "MyCredential"

Delete the Windows credential named “MyCredential” from the vault.

Export list of credentials to a file

vaultcmd /list > credentials.txt

Export the list of saved credentials to a text file named “credentials.txt”.

Show detailed information about a specific credential

vaultcmd /show "MyCredential"

Display detailed information about the Windows credential named “MyCredential”.

Clear all saved credentials

vaultcmd /clear

Remove all saved credentials from the Windows Vault.

Backup Windows Vault

vaultcmd /backup C:\VaultBackup

Create a backup of the Windows Vault and store it in the directory “C:\VaultBackup”.

Tip

Remember to run vaultcmd with administrative privileges to ensure smooth execution of the command.

VAULTCMD FAQ:

How do I use vaultcmd in Windows?

To use the vaultcmd command in Windows, execute the following command:

vaultcmd --list

How can I add a credential to Windows Credential Manager using vaultcmd?

To add a credential using vaultcmd, use the following command:

vaultcmd add -user MyUser -password MyPassword -target NewCredential

How can I remove a credential from Windows Credential Manager with vaultcmd?

To remove a credential using vaultcmd, use the following command:

vaultcmd delete -target CredentialToDelete

How do I update a credential in Windows Credential Manager using vaultcmd?

To update a credential using vaultcmd, use the following command:

vaultcmd update -user NewUser -password NewPassword -target CredentialToUpdate

How can I view all credentials stored in Windows Credential Manager with vaultcmd?

To view all credentials using vaultcmd, execute the following command:

vaultcmd --list

How do I backup Windows Credential Manager credentials with vaultcmd?

To backup credentials using vaultcmd, use the following command:

vaultcmd export -file C:\Path\To\Backup\File

Applications of the VAULTCMD Command

• Permits users to back up or restore credentials.
• Provides the ability to list the credentials stored in the Credential Manager.
• Allows users to add, display, and delete stored credentials.