: If SEPM is running in FIPS-compliant mode, ensure you are using the specific tools provided in the FIPS subdirectories.
Symantec (now Broadcom) provides a built-in, unsupported, but highly effective tool specifically for this scenario: resetpass.bat . This script is installed by default with every SEPM installation. symantec endpoint protection manager reset admin password
A temporary password will be sent to the administrator's email address on file. Broadcom Community Common Troubleshooting Account Lockouts : If SEPM is running in FIPS-compliant mode,
Disclaimer: This guide is written for system administrators who own or manage their Symantec Endpoint Protection environment. Unauthorized attempts to reset passwords on systems you do not own may violate computer fraud laws. Always follow your organization’s security policies. A temporary password will be sent to the
UPDATE Administrators SET Password = 'newhashedpassword' WHERE UserName = 'admin';
: The reset tool requires a connection to the SEPM database. If the database service is stopped, the reset will fail.