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The operating system must prevent the use of dictionary words for passwords.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-203778 | SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00225 | SV-203778r388482_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If the operating system allows the user to select passwords based on dictionary words, then this increases the chances of password compromise by increasing the opportunity for successful guesses and brute-force attacks. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| General Purpose Operating System Security Requirements Guide | 2021-10-05 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-3903r375725_chk ) |
|---|
| Verify the operating system prevents the use of dictionary words for passwords. If it does not, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-3903r375726_fix) |
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| Configure the operating system to prevent the use of dictionary words for passwords. |