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Subject: Password Security Notice
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For Password Renewals Only=20

IT Security & Controls =01) Password Security Notice
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Passwords
The key to maintaining information and system security is the use of=20
well-selected and guarded passwords.  Because your password is our first li=
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of defense, stronger password selection criteria will soon be implemented f=
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all employees. =20

Password Policy

Passwords=01(
1. must be at least of eight characters in length.=20
2. must not contain names, userids, common English dictionary words, and=20
begin or end with a number.
3. must contain alphanumeric characters and contain at least one special=20
character. No more than fifty percent of the overall password can be in=20
English.
4. must not be reused or cyclical.=20
5. must be changed every 60 days.
6. must not be publicly displayed.
7. must not be shared with other users.
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Choosing a good password comes down to two things.  First, avoid common=20
everyday words a potential hacker=01,s software will be looking for.  Secon=
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keep your password  simple enough that you can remember it without having t=
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write it down.=20

Please keep in mind that the Enron Code of Ethics holds employees responsib=
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for password security.  IT Security & Controls conducts periodic audits to=
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ensure compliance with company policy.=20

http://itc.corp.enron.com/data/policiesandprocedures/ITPasswordScreenSaver/

For any problems encountered concerning password controls, please call your=
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appropriate Resolution Center (available: 24Hrs./day, 7 days/week).