Passwords

At UM-Dearborn, you are issued multiple passwords, depending on the types of access requested. Passwords are required to prove (or “authenticate”) your access to many University computer systems. Password security is very important! Do not share your password with anyone. You can be held responsible for actions taken by someone else if they use your account to access University systems.

• Dearborn – This is the password used for accessing primary systems on the UM-Dearborn campus. You need your Dearborn password when logging into:

1. Campus email
2. Webmail
3. ITS computer labs
4. Wireless

• UMICH (Kerberos) – Your UMICH (kerberos) password is used to access many University systems that authenticate through UM-Ann Arbor's servers using Co-Sign.. You need your UMICH (kerberos) password when logging into:

1. Wolverine Access
2. CTools
3. UM Marketplace (buy, sell, trade)
4. Home directories/file storage

• Banner – employees who use the Banner student information system are issued a password for accessing data. NOTE: Banner passwords are issued by the ITS Student Information Systems team. Requests can be submitted to telstarreq@umd.umich.edu.
• Student Self Service through UMD Connect – students and faculty login to Dearborn’sUMD Connect  site for applications, registration, payments, grades, scheduling, etc. You will need your UMID and PIN number.

NOTE: PIN numbers are obtained through the Registrar’s Office.

UMICH (Kerberos) and Dearborn passwords will not be changed or reset without  University of Michigan identification. Users who wish to have passwords reset must come to the Computer Wing in person and provide valid University identification in the form of the UM picture ID Card. Students must be currently registered to have any passwords reset. All passwords can be changed in the ITS Accounts Office during normal business hours. Lab monitors in the Computer Wing and Library Labs are also able to assist with UMICH (Kerberos) passwords.  Users can also complete the 24-Hour Password Change Request Form, have their ID verified on the form by an ITS Lab Monitor, and in most cases the password(s) will be changed the following business day.

In order to protect your accounts and the confidentiality you expect, it is vital that you keep your password secure from theft or misuse by others. Should someone else use or steal your password(s), they can masquerade as you and have access to your files, email, personal information and more. A stolen password gives others the power to modify or destroy your files, send electronic mail threats in your name, or subscribe to services in your name which you will be responsible for paying.

What should you do to protect your password?

1. Select passwords which are very difficult to guess. Follow recommended Guidelines for Choosing a Password. The University periodically screens user passwords to identify any that are easily "guessable", and may require you to change yours to something more secure. This is for your protection and the protection of University systems.
2. Change your password on a regular basis. At a minimum, you should change it every six months.
3. Never share your passwords with anyone. University policies prohibit sharing passwords, and may hold you responsible for any misuse of University resources accessed with your account and password. If you think someone may know your password, change it immediately.
4. Don't write down passwords. If you must keep a written copy, lock it up.

For More Information:

Password Security: A Guide for Students, Faculty, and Staff of the University of Michigan

1. Passwords should be at least 7 characters, but more is better.
2. Passwords should contain a mix of upper and lowercase letters, a mix of letters and numbers, or a combination of upper and lower case letters and numbers.
3. Intersperse punctuation marks or symbols (#, $, %, etc). Do not use blank spaces.
4. Passwords should be something you can easily remember, yet hard for someone else to guess. For example, a phrase like "Bob and Susan got married March 3, 1998" could become BaSgm3398.
5. Passwords cannot be all numbers, and cannot contain alphabetic or numerical sequences (i.e., “cde” or “345”).
6. Passwords cannot be a proper name or a word recognized by any dictionary. That includes words from another language. Do not add numbers to the beginning or end of words or proper names. Do not use your initials preceded or followed by numbers.
7. If you need help creating random passwords, use an online tool that will do it for you http://www.winguides.com/security/password.php.

For more information, go to:
Choosing and Changing a Safe and Secure UMICH Password

When To Change Your Password

You should change your password if:

• You have had the same password for more than 6 months
• You have logged onto a system in another city or campus
• You have shared your password with anyone.
• Your password does not meet recommended guidelines.

It is recommended users change their UMICH (Kerberos) password first, especially if they wish to set the same password for their Dearborn access.

Changing Your Dearborn or Kerberos Password:

1. Using a web browser go to directory.umd.umich.edu
2. Select My Account from the gold toolbar at the top of the screen
3. Type in your uniqname and click Continue
4. Type in your current Dearborn password and click Continue
5. From the General options listed on the left, select Password
   Note: You can change both your Dearborn and Ann Arbor passwords on this screen.
   
6. Enter your current  Dearborn or Kerberos password in the box indicated
7. Enter your new Dearborn or Kerberos password twice, in the boxes indicated
8. Click on Change Password to submit the change
9. Note: In order for the system to accept the proposed Dearborn or Kerberos password, the password must follow specific University guidelines.

You can also Change Your UMICH (Kerberos) Password by:

1. Using a web browser, go to https://weblogin.umich.edu.
2. On the login screen, enter your uniqname and current  UMICH (kerberos) password.
3. From the list of options, select “ kpasswd: Change Your Kerberos Password”
4. Enter your current UMICH (kerberos) password in the box indicated
5. Enter your new UMICH (kerberos) password twice, in the boxes indicated
6. If your password is accepted, you will be prompted to enter a Hint and Challenge to assist you if you should have trouble remembering your password in the future.
7. Return to the Service Menu to Logout.