To manually reset a user password in Oracle Cloud, you’ll need administrative privileges or access to the Security Console. The process involves finding the user account and resetting their password, either by sending a reset email or manually entering a new password.
Steps to Manually Reset a User’s Password in Oracle Cloud:
1. Log in to Oracle Cloud
- Log in with your administrator credentials.
2. Navigate to the Security Console
- From the Navigator menu (top left corner), go to Tools and select “Security Console”.
3. Search for the User
- In the Security Console, go to the Users tab.
- Use the search bar to find the user by entering their username, email address, or part of their name.
4. Open User Details
- Once the search results appear, click on the username to open the user’s details.
5. Reset the Password
- On the User Details page, locate and click the “Reset Password” button.
- You will have two options:
- Send Email: This option sends an email to the user with a password reset link. The user can reset their password themselves by following the instructions in the email.
- Manually Set a Password: If you want to set a new password manually, enter the new password in the fields provided. Ensure that the password meets your organization’s security policy (e.g., length, complexity).
6. Save the Changes
- If you manually reset the password, click Save or Submit to finalize the password change.
- If you sent a reset email, the user will need to check their email and follow the link to reset their password.
7. Notify the User
- If you manually set a new password, make sure to communicate the new credentials to the user securely (for example, in person or through a secure communication method).
Troubleshooting:
- Ensure the user’s account is not locked. If the user has been locked out due to multiple failed login attempts, you may need to unlock the account before resetting the password.
- The user may need to log out and log back in with their new password if the session is still active.
Important Considerations:
- Password Policies: Ensure that the new password meets Oracle Cloud’s password policy regarding complexity, length, and character types.
- Security: It’s a best practice to encourage users to change their password upon their next login after an administrator has manually reset it.
By following these steps, you can successfully reset a user’s password, ensuring they regain access to Oracle Cloud.
Manually Reset User Password