How to Bypass BIOS Passwords
BIOS passwords can be add extra layer of security for desktop and laptop computers, and are used to either prevent a user from changing the BIOS settings or to prevent the PC from booting without a password. BIOS passwords can also be a liability if a user forgot their passwords, or if a malicious user changes the password. Sending the unit back to the manufacturer to have the BIOS reset can be expensive and is usually not covered in an a typical warranty. However, there are a few known backdoors and other tricks of the trade that can be used to bypass or reset the BIOS password on most systems.
Backdoor Passwords
Many BIOS manufacturers have provided backdoor passwords that can be used to access the BIOS setup in the event you have lost your password. These passwords are case sensitive, so you may wish to try a variety of combinations.
WARNING: Some BIOS configurations will lock you out of the system completely if you type in an incorrect password more than 3 times. Read your manufacturers documentation for the BIOS setting before you begin typing in passwords.
Award BIOS backdoor passwords:
| ALFAROME | BIOSTAR | KDD | ZAAADA | |||
| ALLy | CONCAT | Lkwpeter | ZBAAACA | |||
| aLLy | CONDO | LKWPETER | ZJAAADC | |||
| aLLY | Condo | PINT | 01322222 | |||
| ALLY | d8on | pint | 589589 | |||
| aPAf | djonet | SER | 589721 | |||
| _award | HLT | SKY_FOX | 595595 | |||
| AWARD_SW | J64 | SYXZ | 598598 | |||
| AWARD?SW | J256 | syxz | ||||
| AWARD SW | J262 | shift + syxz | ||||
| AWARD PW | j332 | TTPTHA | ||||
| AWKWARD | j322 | |||||
| awkward |
AMI BIOS Backdoor Passwords:
| AMI | BIOS | PASSWORD | HEWITT RAND | |||
| AMI?SW | AMI_SW | LKWPETER | CONDO |
Phoenix BIOS Backdoor Passwords:
| phoenix | PHOENIX | CMOS | BIOS |
Misc. Common Passwords:
| ALFAROME | BIOSTAR | biostar | biosstar | |||
| CMOS | cmos | LKWPETER | lkwpeter | |||
| setup | SETUP | Syxz | Wodj |
Other BIOS Passwords by Manufacturer:
Toshiba BIOS:
Most Toshiba laptops and some desktop systems will bypass the BIOS password if the left shift key is held down during boot
IBM Aptiva BIOS
Press both mouse buttons repeatedly during the boot
Using the Motherboard “Clear CMOS” Jumper or Dipswitch settings
Many motherboards feature a set of jumpers or dipswitches that will clear the CMOS and wipe all of the custom settings including BIOS passwords. The locations of these jumpers / dipswitches will vary depending on the motherboard manufacturer and ideally you should always refer to the motherboard or computer manufacturers documentation. If the documentation is unavailable, the jumpers/dipswitches can sometimes be found along the edge of the motherboard, next to the CMOS battery, or near the processor. Some manufacturers may label the jumper / dipswitch CLEAR – CLEAR CMOS – CLR – CLRPWD – PASSWD – PASSWORD – PWD. On laptop computers, the dipswitches are usually found under the keyboard or within a compartment at the bottom of the laptop.
Please remember to unplug your PC and use a grounding strip before reaching into your PC and touching the motherboard. Once you locate and rest the jumper switches, turn the computer on and check if the password has been cleared. If it has, turn the computer off and return the jumpers or dipswitches to its original position.
| Manufacturer | Password |
|---|---|
| VOBIS & IBM | merlin |
| Dell | Dell |
| Biostar | Biostar |
| Compaq | Compaq |
| Enox | xo11nE |
| Epox | central |
| Freetech | Posterie |
| IWill | iwill |
| Jetway | spooml |
| Packard Bell | bell9 |
| QDI | QDI |
| Siemens | SKY_FOX |
| TMC | BIGO |
| Toshiba | Toshiba |
Toshiba BIOS:
Most Toshiba laptops and some desktop systems will bypass the BIOS password if the left shift key is held down during boot
IBM Aptiva BIOS
Press both mouse buttons repeatedly during the boot
Using the Motherboard “Clear CMOS” Jumper or Dipswitch settings
Many motherboards feature a set of jumpers or dipswitches that will clear the CMOS and wipe all of the custom settings including BIOS passwords. The locations of these jumpers / dipswitches will vary depending on the motherboard manufacturer and ideally you should always refer to the motherboard or computer manufacturers documentation. If the documentation is unavailable, the jumpers/dipswitches can sometimes be found along the edge of the motherboard, next to the CMOS battery, or near the processor. Some manufacturers may label the jumper / dipswitch CLEAR – CLEAR CMOS – CLR – CLRPWD – PASSWD – PASSWORD – PWD. On laptop computers, the dipswitches are usually found under the keyboard or within a compartment at the bottom of the laptop.
Please remember to unplug your PC and use a grounding strip before reaching into your PC and touching the motherboard. Once you locate and rest the jumper switches, turn the computer on and check if the password has been cleared. If it has, turn the computer off and return the jumpers or dipswitches to its original position.
Removing the CMOS Battery:
The CMOS settings on most systems are buffered by a small battery that is attached to the motherboard. (It looks like a small watch battery). If you unplug the PC and remove the battery for 10-15 minutes, the CMOS may reset itself and the password should be blank. (Along with any other machine specific settings, so be sure you are familiar with manually reconfiguring the BIOS settings before you do this.) Some manufacturers backup the power to the CMOS chipset by using a capacitor, so if your first attempt fails, leave the battery out (with the system unplugged) for at least 24 hours. Some batteries are actually soldered onto the motherboard making this task more difficult. Unsoldering the battery incorrectly may damage your motherboard and other components, so please don’t attempt this if you are inexperienced. Another option may be to remove the CMOS chip from the motherboard for a period of time.
Note: Removing the battery to reset the CMOS will not work for all PC’s, and almost all of the newer laptops store their BIOS passwords in a manner which does not require continuous power, so removing the CMOS battery may not work at all. IBM Thinkpad laptops lock the hard drive as well as the BIOS when the supervisor password is set. If you reset the BIOS password, but cannot reset the hard drive password, you may not be able to access the drive and it will remain locked, even if you place it in a new laptop. IBM Thinkpads have special jumper switches on the motherboard, and these should be used to reset the system.
Note: Removing the battery to reset the CMOS will not work for all PC’s, and almost all of the newer laptops store their BIOS passwords in a manner which does not require continuous power, so removing the CMOS battery may not work at all. IBM Thinkpad laptops lock the hard drive as well as the BIOS when the supervisor password is set. If you reset the BIOS password, but cannot reset the hard drive password, you may not be able to access the drive and it will remain locked, even if you place it in a new laptop. IBM Thinkpads have special jumper switches on the motherboard, and these should be used to reset the system.
What Motivates Hackers?
Though hackers are often shunned for being the instigators of criminal computing offenses, hacking actually began as a way of tinkering with technology and finding better ways to use it. Once upon a time, only a select few knew the secrets of software, but now your average 14 year old may be more adept at cracking codes than the CEO of multi-billion dollar company. Let’s step inside the mind of a hacker, shall we?
Motivations:
There are many types of hackers out there. The more traditional ones hack in order to uncover and understand the ins-and-outs of a technology, tweaking and breaking codes to discover new possibilities. Many of these guys (and yes they are often male) are committed to the open source scene, developing and sharing code with the purpose of improving the IT infrastructure. Unfortunately, these types of vigilante hackers are increasingly outnumbered by those hacking for monetary gain. In 2007-08, it was estimated that 67% of those who engage in web attacks are profit-motivated.
The motivations of hackers can be subdivided into four categories:
1. Money
As stated above, 67% of hackers get into cyber crime for monetary gain. Whether it’s stealing people’s bank account information, fraudulently obtaining money or property by altering computerized information, money is the primary motivation behind cybercrime.
2. Freedom
Many hackers believe that the Internet should be free and that all computers should be completely accessible. They could also have a political or social agenda where their aim is to vandalize high-profile computers to make a statement. These types of hackers are also known as hacktivists, or Neo Hackers. In general, most hacktivism involves website defacement or denial-of-service attacks. In more extreme cases, hacktivism is used as tool for cyberterrorism.
3. Love
Love is a many splendored thing… until you become suspicious of your partner’s fidelity. There are lots of spying and hacking resources on the web for those trying to catch a cheater. So, for those weary that a boyfriend or girlfriend, wife or husband might be two-timing, what better way to use computer hacking knowledge than to tap into your suspect’s computer!
4. Personal gain
In hacker culture, a script kiddie or skiddie is often assumed to be a juvenile using scripts developed by other to attack computer systems and networks either to impress friends or gain credit in computer-enthusiast communities.
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As stated above, 67% of hackers get into cyber crime for monetary gain. Whether it’s stealing people’s bank account information, fraudulently obtaining money or property by altering computerized information, money is the primary motivation behind cybercrime.
2. Freedom
Many hackers believe that the Internet should be free and that all computers should be completely accessible. They could also have a political or social agenda where their aim is to vandalize high-profile computers to make a statement. These types of hackers are also known as hacktivists, or Neo Hackers. In general, most hacktivism involves website defacement or denial-of-service attacks. In more extreme cases, hacktivism is used as tool for cyberterrorism.
3. Love
Love is a many splendored thing… until you become suspicious of your partner’s fidelity. There are lots of spying and hacking resources on the web for those trying to catch a cheater. So, for those weary that a boyfriend or girlfriend, wife or husband might be two-timing, what better way to use computer hacking knowledge than to tap into your suspect’s computer!
4. Personal gain
In hacker culture, a script kiddie or skiddie is often assumed to be a juvenile using scripts developed by other to attack computer systems and networks either to impress friends or gain credit in computer-enthusiast communities.
I hope you like this post. Please leave your comments.
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Now to make a good password you will have to utilize the entire Keyboard, and all keys. Using special characters and both upper and lower case alpha-character within your password will change the breaking time from hours to day or even weeks.
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