Password Policy Management
Set and maintain consistent password requirements across in-scope systems.
Overview
Different systems can apply different password requirements, while default rules may allow weak, predictable or reused passwords. Separate settings are also difficult to update consistently, making it harder for IT teams to find accounts or systems that sit outside the required standard. A security review, new directory or changed security requirements can expose these gaps.
Password Policy Management defines consistent requirements for in-scope systems and supports updates without unmanaged configuration drift. It helps identify or prevent weak and unsuitable passwords according to policy, highlights deviations from the required standard, and records necessary exceptions for review. This reduces uncoordinated settings, ad hoc changes and manual checks for policy deviations.
What this solution helps you achieve
Reduce identity-based risk
Minimise the likelihood and impact of breaches caused by compromised, excessive or misused identities.
Consistent authentication requirements
Authentication requirements are applied consistently where intended.
Recorded policy exceptions
Necessary password policy exceptions are recorded and kept under review.
Prevent configuration drift
Maintain consistent system and application configurations across environments.
Products for this solution
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