UCSF/SFGH Dean's Office - Computing & Network Services
Unified UCSF Enterprise Password Requirements

The following summarizes the Unified UCSF Enterprise Password Standard for My Access and Active Directory

1. Password length must be a minimum of seven (7) characters.
2. The maximum consecutive character repeat is (2) characters.
3. Passwords must contain characters from at least three (3) of the following four (4) classes:
   

• Upper case letters (A, B, C, ….Z)
• Lower case letters (a, b, c, ….z)
• Numbers (0,1, 2, …9)
• Symbols such as: ~`!@#$%^&*()_-+={}[]|\:;”’<>,.?/ 

4. Easily guessed patterns such as dictionary words, dates, phone numbers, proper names, parts of login name, and minor variations on former passwords are prohibited.
5. Five (5) invalid attempts to enter a userid and password will result in an account lockout. Contact the CNS Helpdesk (see info below) for assistance in unlocking an account.
6. Passwords will be audited periodically for compliance by using automated password-cracker software.

To reach our helpdesk, call (415) 206-5126 or send us an e-mail.

Revised 10-6-2010