Using patterns as Device Security password

  • 7007798
  • 04-Feb-2011
  • 10-Dec-2013

Environment

Novell Data Synchronizer Mobility Pack

Situation

Using patterns as Device Security password
Device Security Passwords of patterns does not work with DataSync Mobility Server.
Security Policy does not support Screen Lock Patterns only PIN and Password.

Resolution

Patterns are not supported as a Device Security Password due to ActiveSync protocol limitations.

Cause

Microsoft's ActiveSync protocol does not yet support Patterns in Device Security Policy.

Status

Reported to Engineering