SV-32369r1_rule
V-6836
Minimum Password Length
4.013
CAT II
10
Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Account Policies -> Password Policy -> “Minimum password length,” to 14 characters.
Analyze the system using the Security Configuration and Analysis snap-in.
Expand the Security Configuration and Analysis tree view.
Navigate to Account Policies -> Password Policy.
If the value for the “Minimum password length,” is less than 14 characters, then this is a finding.
V-6836
False
4.013
Analyze the system using the Security Configuration and Analysis snap-in.
Expand the Security Configuration and Analysis tree view.
Navigate to Account Policies -> Password Policy.
If the value for the “Minimum password length,” is less than 14 characters, then this is a finding.
M
Strong passwords may invite users to write down
the passwords. Ensure that all users store passwords in a secure
location.
HK
Information Assurance Officer
1823