Password protection

What is meant by Password protection?

"Password protection" refers to the security measures implemented to protect passwords and access rights within software.

Typical functions of software in the "password protection" area include:

1. Password policies: Setting requirements for password complexity such as length, use of special characters, numbers, and upper/lowercase letters.
2. User management: Ability to create, edit, and delete user accounts, as well as assigning access rights based on user roles.
3. Two-factor authentication (2FA): Additional security layer through the use of two different authentication methods, e.g., password and SMS code.
4. Password encryption: Storing passwords in encrypted form to prevent unauthorized access.
5. Login monitoring: Logging login attempts to detect and prevent suspicious activities.