Security Standard Authentication
For weak authentication entries are to be used for lowly accounts, then the password to used must be at least seven characters long. Suggestions are, must not be dictionary words; must contain alphanumeric characters; and must be changed at least every sixty days. Having a strong password security is the first line of defense against system abuse.
Intruders will often try to crack user password, once encrypted, all information will then be lost. Weak authentication is subject to various hacking including password guessing, sharing, cracking and sniffing. Sensitive applications may require a form of strong authentication for unwanted users. One good example of strong authentication is the SecurID authenticator token. For a successful authentication, the user must possess the token and must know a secure password.
Posted: March 5th, 2008 under General.
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