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Implement passwords policy

  • Strictly use strong passwords with minimum 8 characters comprised of alpha numerical and special characters, as was described in section 6.3;
  • Users should have different passwords for different accounts;
  • All default passwords must be changed upon installation of new software or new
    Operating System (OS);
  • Failed login attempts should be limited to three times and then lock the user;
  • Account lockout duration should be at minimum 20 minutes at maximum 1hour.
  • A two-factor authentication should be set up for critical applications and/or systems.