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Password Policy Basics

Set sensible password rules

Modern password policies encourage longer passphrases, block known-breached passwords, allow paste/managers, set reasonable lockouts, and pair with MFA instead of forcing frequent resets.

Encourage Length

Support long passphrases; avoid odd complexity rules.

Check Breaches

Block known-breached passwords; allow paste/managers.

Pair with MFA

Use MFA and sensible lockouts; avoid frequent forced resets.

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