The password manager KeePass XC, a cross-platform version of the popular KeePass tool, is set to release version 2.8, with a beta version now available for testing. This update brings several improvements, including a transition to Qt 6, a modern software framework that enhances the user interface and improves compatibility across different operating systems. One of the most significant additions is support for auto-fill (known as the Auto-Type function) in Wayland sessions. Wayland is a newer display server protocol used by many Linux desktop environments, and unlike its predecessor, it doesn’t allow programs to "spy" on open windows to detect password fields. Instead, KeePass XC now uses XDG portals—secure communication channels—to request permission from the Wayland system to access and fill in login credentials. This support varies depending on the desktop environment, with full compatibility for KDE 6.6+ and initial support for GNOME 4.8+ and others like Sway, Hyprland, and labwc. In addition to this major feature, version 2.8 includes several other improvements. A natively compiled version for Windows ARM64 devices, such as tablets and laptops using Microsoft’s ARM-based processors, is now available. Linux users can benefit from better integration through AppImage, a format that simplifies application installation. The update also introduces features like attribute suggestions when adding new information, support for tracking access keys (passkeys) in statistics, and the ability to synchronize databases remotely using third-party tools. Customizable keyboard shortcuts and faster unlocking on macOS and Linux via password and Polkit are also included. Security is a key focus of this update, with several vulnerabilities addressed in the release. These fixes ensure that the password manager remains secure against potential exploits. The beta version of KeePass XC 2.8 is available for download from the project’s official website, allowing users to test the new features before the final release. As always, users are encouraged to back up their data before updating to a new version of any software.