Develop an account lockout mechanism to prevent unauthorized access after a specified number of failed login attempts.
Use cases
After a specified number of consecutive failed login attempts, the user account is locked.
A locked account restricts further login attempts by the same user.
Benefits
Security Against Unauthorized Access: The primary benefit is enhanced security. By locking user accounts after a specified number of failed login attempts, the feature mitigates the risk of unauthorized access, data breaches, and unauthorized data exposure.
Protection from Brute-Force Attacks: Account lockout safeguards user accounts from brute-force attacks, a common method used by attackers to guess usernames and passwords. Locking accounts after failed attempts makes such attacks significantly more challenging.
Mitigation of Credential Compromise: In the event of credential compromise (e.g., due to password leaks), the feature acts as a safety net, preventing attackers from exploiting these credentials to gain access.
Protection of Patient Data: By preventing unauthorized access, the feature plays a crucial role in safeguarding patient data, maintaining patient privacy, and upholding data protection regulations.
Feature description
Develop an account lockout mechanism to prevent unauthorized access after a specified number of failed login attempts.
Use cases
Benefits
Security Against Unauthorized Access: The primary benefit is enhanced security. By locking user accounts after a specified number of failed login attempts, the feature mitigates the risk of unauthorized access, data breaches, and unauthorized data exposure.
Protection from Brute-Force Attacks: Account lockout safeguards user accounts from brute-force attacks, a common method used by attackers to guess usernames and passwords. Locking accounts after failed attempts makes such attacks significantly more challenging.
Mitigation of Credential Compromise: In the event of credential compromise (e.g., due to password leaks), the feature acts as a safety net, preventing attackers from exploiting these credentials to gain access.
Protection of Patient Data: By preventing unauthorized access, the feature plays a crucial role in safeguarding patient data, maintaining patient privacy, and upholding data protection regulations.
Links / Reference
Linked to User Story #16