How to Reset Password in Virtual Machine on VirtualBox
Resetting Password in Virtual Machine on VirtualBox
In VirtualBox, resetting a password for a virtual machine can be crucial when you forget the login credentials. Follow these steps to reset the password:
- Start the VM and press Shift key to enter the GRUB menu.
- Select the recovery mode option.
- Choose the root shell option.
- Mount the file system in read/write mode by entering mount -o remount,rw /.
- Change the password using passwd command.
- Restart the VM and login with the new password.
Remember to keep your passwords in a secure password manager to avoid such situations in the future.
What is the password problem?
The password problem refers to the challenges and vulnerabilities associated with creating, managing, and securing passwords, which often leads to weak or reused passwords and increased security risks.
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