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Windows 7 account lockout duration must be configured to 15 minutes or greater.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-1099 | 4.004 | SV-25014r3_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The account lockout feature, when enabled, prevents brute-force password attacks on the system. This parameter specifies the amount of time that an account will remain locked after the specified number of failed logon attempts. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 7 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-07-28 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-80973r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration >> Windows Settings >> Security Settings >> Account Policies >> Account Lockout Policy >> "Account lockout duration" to "15" minutes or greater. A value of "0" is also acceptable, requiring an administrator to unlock the account. |