• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

In this challenge, you will configure passwords. First, you will create user accounts, and then you will assign basic passwords. Next, you will manage password settings by using the /etc/login.defs configuration file. Finally, you will test password quality by using the pwscore command. Note: Once you begin the challenge lab, you will not be able to pause, save, or exit and then return to your challenge lab. Please ensure that you have set aside enough time to complete the challenge lab before you start.

Learning Objectives

In this challenge, you will configure passwords. First, you will create user accounts, and then you will assign basic passwords. Next, you will manage password settings by using the /etc/login.defs configuration file. Finally, you will test password quality by using the pwscore command. Note: Once you begin the challenge lab, you will not be able to pause, save, or exit and then return to your challenge lab. Please ensure that you have set aside enough time to complete the challenge lab before you start.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) identified within the Specialty Areas listed below. Click to view Specialty Area details within the interactive National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.