Before making any changes, stop the SEPM services to ensure database stability:
SEMPwd is a third-party utility specifically designed for resetting SEPM passwords when the standard utility fails. It works with both embedded Apache Derby and SQL Server databases.
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UPDATE SEM_AGENT_USER SET PASSWORD = '[hash]', data = null WHERE USER_NAME = '[username]'
In this scenario, we must manually update the password hash directly in the embedded database (Symantec uses an embedded Sybase SQL Anywhere database).
Before attempting to reset the admin password, it is crucial to ensure that you have the necessary permissions and access rights to perform the operation. Additionally, taking a backup of the SEPM database and configuration is highly recommended. This precautionary measure ensures that in case anything goes wrong during the password reset process, you can restore the system to its previous state without data loss.
Having this knowledge will help you set a compliant new password.
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