Account Lockout
N/A
账户锁定
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Also known as: lockout policy, temporary lock
Last updated August 9, 2026
Definition
Account lockout temporarily blocks sign-in after too many failed attempts — slowing brute force, but also enabling denial-of-service if abused.
Real-World Example
Five wrong passwords locking an email account for 15 minutes is an account lockout policy.
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