diff --git a/windows/security/threat-protection/security-policy-settings/account-lockout-threshold.md b/windows/security/threat-protection/security-policy-settings/account-lockout-threshold.md index 20f886d1ec..55f3b22031 100644 --- a/windows/security/threat-protection/security-policy-settings/account-lockout-threshold.md +++ b/windows/security/threat-protection/security-policy-settings/account-lockout-threshold.md @@ -88,7 +88,7 @@ For more information about Windows security baseline recommendations for account This section describes how an attacker might exploit a feature or its configuration, how to implement the countermeasure, and the possible negative consequences of countermeasure implementation. > [!NOTE] -> A lockout threshold policy will apply to both local member computer users and Domain Users, in order to allow mitigation of issues as described under "Vulnerability". The Built-In Administrator account however, whilst a highly privileged account, has a different risk profile and is excluded from this policy. This ensures there is no scenario where an administrator cannot logon to remediate an issue. As an administrator, there are additional mitigation strategies available, such as a strong password. See also [Appendix D: Securing Built-In Administrator Accounts in Active Directory](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-server/identity/ad-ds/plan/security-best-practices/appendix-d--securing-built-in-administrator-accounts-in-active-directory). +> A lockout threshold policy will apply to both local member computer users and domain users, in order to allow mitigation of issues as described under "Vulnerability". The built-in Administrator account, however, whilst a highly privileged account, has a different risk profile and is excluded from this policy. This ensures there is no scenario where an administrator cannot sign in to remediate an issue. As an administrator, there are additional mitigation strategies available, such as a strong password. See also [Appendix D: Securing Built-In Administrator Accounts in Active Directory](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-server/identity/ad-ds/plan/security-best-practices/appendix-d--securing-built-in-administrator-accounts-in-active-directory). ### Vulnerability