2.18 Set 'Require alphanumeric password' to 'True'

Information

Requiring users to include non-numeric characters in their passwords increases the strength of password security in your organization.

Rationale:

Not requiring alphanumeric passwords can make it easier for an attacker to correctly guess them.

Solution

To implement the recommended state, execute the following PowerShell cmdlet:

Set-MobileDeviceMailboxPolicy -Identity Default -AlphanumericPasswordRequired $true

See Also

https://workbench.cisecurity.org/files/1514

Item Details

Category: IDENTIFICATION AND AUTHENTICATION

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

Plugin: Windows

Control ID: fcdef73b2ec76d23260b9b0aa86c66aa6523fdf2f4e9d7f2d089ebf17f827e77