What Should a Password Policy Include?
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1. Passwords should be at least 8 characters long and contain a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols.
2. Passwords should be changed regularly, at least every 90 days.
3. Passwords should not include personal information such as names, birthdays, or addresses.
4. Passwords should not be shared with anyone, including family members and friends.
5. Password reuse should be avoided at all costs; each account should have a unique password.
6. Multifactor authentication should be used whenever possible.
7. Users should be encouraged to use a secure password manager to store their passwords.
8. Users should be educated about the importance of password security.
9. Users should be held accountable for any security breaches due to weak passwords.
10. Logs should be monitored for any suspicious activity.