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## [Managing User Account Lockouts in Linux: A Guide to pam\_tally2 and pam\_faillock](https://minica.tech/t/managing-user-account-lockouts-in-linux-a-guide-to-pam-tally2-and-pam-faillock/199)

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**Author:** [@Vasile.Minica](https://minica.tech/u/Vasile.Minica)\
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**Last updated:** [May 10, 2024, 12:57pm UTC](https://minica.tech/t/managing-user-account-lockouts-in-linux-a-guide-to-pam-tally2-and-pam-faillock/199 "2024-05-10T12:57:33Z")

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Linux servers require robust security measures, particularly to protect against brute force attacks. Managing failed login attempts is crucial, and tools like pam\_tally2 and pam\_faillock are instrumental in this process.…