Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-1172 | 3.054 | SV-25048r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Low |
Description |
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This setting configures the system to display a warning to users telling them how many days are left before their password expires. By giving the user advanced warning, the user has time to construct a sufficiently strong password. |
STIG | Date |
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Windows 7 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-07-03 |
Check Text ( None ) |
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None |
Fix Text (F-114r1_fix) |
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Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Local Policies -> Security Options -> “Interactive Logon: Prompt user to change password before expiration” to “14” days or more. |