Episode 60 — OS and Application Security Policies — Passwords, Lockouts, Whitelisting

In this episode, we focus on the security policies that protect operating systems and applications in cloud environments. We cover password complexity and expiration requirements, account lockout thresholds, and application whitelisting to prevent unauthorized software execution. The discussion also touches on enforcing these policies through configuration management tools and group policy objects.We also explore how these policies reduce the risk of credential compromise, unauthorized changes, and malware infections. For the Cloud+ exam, you’ll be expected to match policy controls to given threats or compliance requirements. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, your destination for more prepcasts, books, and cloud security policy resources.