c. Using the Search ( ) field, filter the following security parameters:
l
Set Security.AccountLockFailures
=
0
The parameter value defines the maximum number of failed login
attempts allowed, before locking out the user's account. The zero (0)
value disables account locking.
Note
To disable the locking out of user accounts, the parameter value must be
set as zero (0).
l
Set Security.AccountUnlockTime
=
1 (in seconds)
The parameter value defines the duration in seconds to lock out a user's
account, after exceeding the maximum number of allowed failed login
attempts.
Note
For ease of operation, it is recommended that the parameter value be set
as 1 or 2 seconds.
d. If required, update the security parameter values by clicking the Edit ( )
icon.
4. Configure the
Lockdown Mode
parameter:
a. In the vSphere Web Client screen, under Manage menu, select Settings
>
System
>
Security Profile.
System-defined parameter panes such as Services and Lockdown Mode,
with predefined parameter options, are displayed in the work area.
b. Scroll down to access the Lockdown Mode pane and verify the value of the
Lockdown Mode
parameter.
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