Require a numeric character in passwords

This system value determines whether users will require a numeric character in new passwords.

This value provides additional security by preventing users from using all alphabetic characters.

See Quick reference table for an overview of the require different characters in each position system value.

Table 1. Possible values for the require a number in passwords system value
iSeries™ Navigator Character-based interface Description
Deselected 0 Numeric characters are not required in new passwords.
Selected 1 One or more numeric characters are required in new passwords

Relationship to security policy

Within your security policy you should describe the password rules that are defined by the system values related passwords. For this system value, inform users on whether they can will need at least one numeric character in a new password. This value works with other system values that specify the composition of individual passwords.

Table 2. Quick Reference.. Provides details for the require a number in passwords system value.
iSeries Navigator name Require at least one digit
Character-based interface name QPWDRQDDGT
Authority

All object access (*ALLOBJ)
Security administrator (*SECADM)

Note: The Security Officer (QSECOFR) user profile is shipped with these authorities.
How to access
iSeries Navigator
  1. Expand Security > Policies.
  2. Right click Password Policy and select Properties.
  3. On the Validation page, you will find the option to require a numeric character in new passwords.
Character-based interface
  1. In the character-based interface, type WRKSYSVAL QPWDRQDDGT.
Changes take effect Immediately
Default value Deselected
Recommended value Selected
Lockable Yes
Special considerations NA

For more in-depth information about this security value, see Chapter 3, "Security System Values" in Security Reference.

Parent topic: Password system values