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5.3 Strong Password Standards

The following standards were established to create and maintain strong passwords. Inclusion of all of the following in password composition will ensure that your password will be at a low risk for compromise.

  • 5.3.1 Creating a Strong Password
  • 5.3.2 Restrictions
  • 5.3.3 Security of Your Account and Password
‹ 5.2.3 Don't be a victim of "social engineering" up 5.3.1 Creating a Strong Password ›
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UNT Information Security Handbook

  • 1 Overview
  • 2 Introduction
  • 3 Security Problems
  • 4 The Basics of Information Security
  • 5 Information Safeguards
    • 5.1 Special Procedures for Securing Sensitive Documents
    • 5.2 Tips for Selecting Strong Passwords
    • 5.3 Strong Password Standards
      • 5.3.1 Creating a Strong Password
      • 5.3.2 Restrictions
      • 5.3.3 Security of Your Account and Password
    • 5.4 Workstation and Computer System Security
    • 5.5 Physical Security
  • 6 Responsibilities of UNT Faculty, Staff, and Students
  • 7 Acceptance of Security Policies & Procedures
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