Announcing a Major Update: Password Policy & Complexity Requirements PRO – Restricted Passwords List Feature.
We are excited to announce a significant update to the Password Policy & Complexity Requirements PRO plugin for WordPress, introducing robust protection against weak and compromised passwords with the new Restricted Passwords List feature.
With this release, website administrators can now prevent users from selecting any of the 100,000 most common and compromised passwords, dramatically reducing the risk of unauthorized access and credential-based attacks. The plugin automatically checks user passwords against this extensive database of weak passwords during registration and password changes, ensuring only strong, unique passwords are permitted.
Key benefits of the new Restricted Passwords List feature include:
- Enhanced Security: Automatically blocks the use of known weak, common, and previously compromised passwords.
- Customizable Password List: Developers can easily extend the restricted password list using dedicated filters, allowing for further customization based on unique security requirements.
- Seamless User Experience: The password validation process is fully integrated into the WordPress workflow, providing real-time feedback to users as they create or update passwords.
For more details about the Restricted Passwords List and how it can safeguard your WordPress site, read more here.
The latest version of the PRO plugin is available for manual download from the Customer Portal. To enable automatic updates, simply enter your valid license key in the plugin settings, and future releases will be delivered directly to your WordPress installation.
If you have any questions or need assistance with this update, please contact our support team.