How to Reset Password for a User in Oracle

Resetting Password for a User in Oracle

Resetting a password for a user in Oracle database is a common task that database administrators need to perform occasionally. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to reset a password for a user in Oracle:

1. Connect to the Oracle database using an account with the necessary privileges.
2. Identify the user whose password you want to reset.
3. Run the following SQL command to change the password:
   ALTER USER username IDENTIFIED BY new_password;
4. Replace 'username' with the name of the user and 'new_password' with the desired new password.
5. Commit the changes by running:
   COMMIT;
6. The user's password is now successfully reset.

It is essential to follow security best practices while resetting passwords to maintain the integrity and security of the database.