If the System Engineer password is lost, you must use the Paxton Recovery System :
From a security auditing perspective, the password handling in Net2 presents specific considerations: paxton net2 sql database password repack
Once the hash is replaced, restart the Net2 Service . Your database is now "repacked" and functional. If the System Engineer password is lost, you
"Cannot open database 'Net2' requested by the login. The login failed." Fix: The repack changed the DefaultDatabase property of the login. Use SSMS (SQL Server Management Studio) to reset it. The login failed
If you’re working on a forgotten password for your own legitimate system, reach out to Paxton directly. If this is for educational research into database security, consider setting up your own test instance (with a demo license) and practicing within legal boundaries.
If you need to manage your database security or have lost access, follow these authoritative procedures: