In this article, we will explore the functionality of VaultCmd.exe and its usage in the Windows 11 environment. VaultCmd.exe is a command-line tool provided by Microsoft that allows users to manage credentials stored in the Windows Credential Manager. This tool is particularly useful for system administrators and power users who need to automate credential management tasks or troubleshoot issues related to stored credentials.

The Windows Credential Manager is a secure storage area where Windows stores usernames, passwords, and other credentials used by various applications and services. It provides a convenient way for users to store and retrieve credentials without having to remember them manually. VaultCmd.exe provides a command-line interface to interact with the Credential Manager, allowing users to perform various operations such as adding, deleting, and listing stored credentials.

Examples:

1. Adding a new credential: To add a new credential using VaultCmd.exe, open a Command Prompt or PowerShell window and run the following command:

   VaultCmd.exe /addcreds:"TargetName:TargetType:UserName:Password"

   Replace "TargetName" with the name of the target or application for which the credential is being added, "TargetType" with the type of the target (e.g., "Generic" for a generic credential), "UserName" with the username for the credential, and "Password" with the password for the credential.

2. Deleting a credential: To delete a credential using VaultCmd.exe, run the following command:

   VaultCmd.exe /deletecreds:"TargetName:TargetType"

   Replace "TargetName" with the name of the target or application for which the credential is stored, and "TargetType" with the type of the target.

3. Listing all stored credentials: To list all stored credentials using VaultCmd.exe, run the following command:

   VaultCmd.exe /listcreds