Generating a Password

Allows a system administrator to generate a password for a user if, for example, the user does not have his/her username handy or does not have an e-mail address to receive a temporary access code.

The Manage user accounts user type permission is required.

Configuration > [SmartOrg] > Administration > User Accounts

1. Click a user account.
2. Click Generate Password.
3. Specify if you want to send the password in an e-mail. The user will be forced to change his/her password at next login.
4. Enter your password in the Current logged-in user password field.

   If the zone uses Taleo login, the field is displayed and you must provide your credentials to modify the user’s password. If the zone is configured to use SSO, the field is not be displayed.

5. Click Yes.

The newly created password displayed on screen is masked with asterisks to protect the information from potential shoulder surfing attacks. You can momentarily select the "Show password" check box to view the password when it is considered safe to do so.