Last updated: January 2023
Organizations face unique password security challenges. Here are essential policies and practices for enterprise security:
Establish minimum length (12+ characters), complexity rules, and prohibit common patterns.
Balance security needs with usability - consider 90-180 day rotation periods.
Implement temporary lockouts after failed attempts to prevent brute force attacks.
Require MFA for all privileged accounts and sensitive systems.
Provide enterprise password managers to encourage secure practices.
Use strong hashing algorithms (like bcrypt) with unique salts for each password.
Regular security awareness training on password best practices and phishing risks.
Strict controls for admin accounts, including session monitoring and just-in-time access.
Secure methods for shared credentials with audit trails and automatic rotation.
Tools like our password strength checker can help audit compliance with policies.