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Determination Statement
An immediate change to a permanent password is required when a temporary password is used for system logon.
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Requirement
Allow temporary password use for system logons with an immediate change to a permanent password.
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Requirement Discussion
Changing temporary passwords to permanent passwords immediately after system logon ensures that the necessary strength of the authentication mechanism is implemented at the earliest opportunity, reducing the susceptibility to authenticator compromises.
NIST 800-171A Assessment Guidance
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