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by c_coon

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How can I get access to a Word file that has been password protected (in Word, not the OS). File created and maintained by user who is no longer with us (literally).

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by drb63

If you forget a document-protecting password, you won't be able to open the document (for open password) or modify the document (for modify password) nor will you be able to recover the password.

by clearsmashdrop

You will need a brute force utility to guess the password. Ive used one on an excel file that I forgot the password to. It took a long time though. Depends on how much it is worth to you. I dont remember how much it cost, but it was not trivial.

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