How to Reset Password in Debian - Step by Step Guide

Resetting Password in Debian

Forgetting your Debian password can be frustrating, but fear not, as resetting it is a fairly straightforward process. Follow these steps to regain access to your Debian system:

1. Boot into recovery mode by restarting your system.
2. When the GRUB menu appears, select the 'Advanced options for Debian' entry.
3. Choose the recovery mode option for the latest kernel version.
4. Once the recovery menu shows up, select the 'root Drop to root shell prompt' option.
5. Remount the filesystem as read/write by running the command: mount -o remount,rw /
6. Reset the password for the desired user by typing: passwd username (replace 'username' with the actual username).
7. Enter and confirm the new password when prompted.
8. Reboot your system by entering: reboot
9. Your password has now been successfully reset.

Following these steps will allow you to change your forgotten Debian password and regain access to your system.