Sets the minimum length for new passwords in the database.
Integer greater than or equal to zero
The value is in bytes. For single-byte character sets, this is the same as the number of characters.
0 characters
Can be set for the PUBLIC group. Takes effect immediately. Requires DBA permissions to set this option.
This option allows the DBA to impose a minimum length on all new passwords for greater security. Existing passwords are not affected.
Sets the minimum length for new passwords to 6 bytes:
SET OPTION PUBLIC.MIN_PASSWORD_LENGTH = 6