KB298: Complex Network Password Policy
Overview:
MCC uses Microsoft's complexity rules for passwords.
A complex password is the first line of defense
against unauthorized access to your computer and related network resources.
Complexity Rules:
The password complexity rules are as follows:
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1. Include an English uppercase character (A - Z): |
BlueShoes#2 |
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2. Include an English lowercase character (a -z): |
FunInSuns@1 |
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3. Include a number (0-9): |
3GreenTrees@ |
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4. Include a special character (!@#$%&*): |
Friedeggggs4% |
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Do not use any of the examples above as a password. |
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Note: Passwords will expire after 90 days.
There is a self-service password reset tool available to members of the MCC community.
About Best Practices (excerpted from Microsoft.com):
Date Reviewed: 8/1/2023