2.4.2 Ensure 'Minimum passcode length' is set to '6' or greater

Information

This recommendation pertains to minimum passcode length.

Rationale:

Requiring at least six character minimum length provides reasonable assurance against passcode attacks.

Solution

1. Open Apple Configurator.
2. Open the Configuration Profile.
3. In the left windowpane, click on the 'Passcode' tab.
4. In the right windowpane, set the 'Minimum passcode length' to '6', or greater.
5. Deploy the Configuration Profile.

Impact:

None.

See Also

https://workbench.cisecurity.org/files/1806

Item Details

Category: IDENTIFICATION AND AUTHENTICATION

References: 800-53|IA-5(1)(a), CSCv6|16.12

Plugin: MDM

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