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Description
Allowing users to independently reset their IBM i passwords significantly alleviates productivity hurdles for both individuals and IT support staff who usually handle these requests. This self-service approach means that users can bypass the help desk ticketing system for password resets, enabling IT personnel to focus on more pressing technical issues. Given that password resets can constitute up to half of all help desk inquiries, the resultant efficiency improvements can be substantial. To ensure user authenticity and thwart fraudulent reset attempts, it's essential to implement a set of challenge questions that users must answer correctly before a password reset can be granted. Additionally, it's important to configure the system settings in alignment with security policies, establishing clear guidelines regarding the minimum password length, the allowance of character repetition, and whether answers to security questions are case-sensitive. Furthermore, these measures not only enhance security but also empower users by giving them more control over their access credentials.
Description
nFront Password filter is a powerful password policy enforcement tool designed for Windows Active Directory. It prevents the use of weak passwords that are easily cracked. It allows administrators to create up to 10 different password policies, each applicable to a specific security group or organizational unit. The software has a number of key features, including the ability to set maximum and minimum limits for specific character types, rejecting passwords that contain usernames, and performing dictionary checks against an over 2 million word database in multiple languages, all within less than a second. The software also supports a length-based password ageing, which encourages users to create longer and more secure passwords. nFront Password Filter also allows users to check their proposed passwords against a compromised password database, enhancing security and preventing the reuse or re-use of compromised credentials.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Active Directory
No
IBM i
Yes
Powertech Multi-Factor Authentication
Yes
Integrations
Active Directory
Yes
IBM i
No
Powertech Multi-Factor Authentication
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
Fortra
Country
United States
Website
www.fortra.com/products/password-self-service-tool-ibm-i
Vendor Details
Company Name
nFront
Founded
1997
Country
United States
Website
nfrontsecurity.com/products/nfront-password-filter/
Product Features
Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR)
Access Control
No
Alerts / Notifications
No
Application Security
No
Compliance Management
No
Credential Management
No
Employee Directory
No
Group Passwords
No
Password Database
No
Password Management
No
Reminders
No
Reporting / Analytics
No
Single Sign On
No
Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
No