Configuration

Activating the OXID Security Module

Procedure

1. Under Extensions ‣ Modules, choose the OXID Security module.

2. On the Overview tab, choose the Activate button.

Result

The OXID Security Module is ready for use immediately after activation (Fig.: OXID Security module installed and activated).

Fig.: OXID Security module installed and activated

Setting password policy

Specify the minimum password length and any additional requirements.

Procedure

1. Under Extensions ‣ Modules, choose the module.

2. Choose the Settings tab.

3. Under Password Policy you have the following options (Fig.: Default settings for passwords):

   • Increase the default value of 8 characters as the minimum length for the password.

     If the value is less than the store default setting, the store setting takes precedence.

   • If required, deactivate the additional requirements for the composition of the password that are activated by default:

     • The password must contain at least one capital letter.

     • The password must contain at least one lowercase letter.

     • The password must contain at least one number.

     • The password must contain at least one special character.

   

   Fig.: Default settings for passwords

Result

When a customer registers, the security requirements are displayed (Fig.: Displaying the security requirements, item 1).

Fig.: Displaying the security requirements