Master Password won't change
I recently upgraded to OSX 10.4.11. When I try to set my master password to a new one, it will not recognize the change, it remains my old password. What can I do to remedy this?
Did you follow the steps on this Apple KB article? Honestly I've never changed it so I can speak for it's effectiveness but you might glean some info. from it.
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Firefox (I think version 5, maybe 4) does not ask to "remember" passwords anymore nor does it ask to "change" a password when I've done that. It didn't ask when I changed my Facebook password & I have to log in each time so I removed my username & password for FB on Firefox's "saved password" page. When I've don't that before, it asks to "remember" but doesn't anymore. I use a master password.
Make sure that you do not run Firefox in permanent Private Browsing mode.
*https://support.mozilla.com/kb/Private+Browsing
To see all History and Cookie settings, choose:
*Tools > Options > Privacy, choose the setting <b>Firefox will: Use custom settings for history</b>
*Deselect: [ ] "Always use private browsing mode"
The website may be using autocomplete=off to prevent Firefox from saving the name and password.
You can remove autocomplete=off with a bookmarklet to make Firefox save the name and password.
*http://kb.mozillazine.org/User_name_and_password_not_remembered
*Saved Password Editor: https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/saved-password-editor/ -
Linksys befw11s4 v4 password won't change
I cannot change the password on my linksys befw11s4 v4. I go to the screen to change it, I type in the new password and reenter/confirm and select apply, then it tells me that changes are successful and it will reroute me back to the previous page in 5 seconds. When it goes back to the previous page, the password hasn't changed and I haven't successfully secured the router. It's still showing the router as unsecured. Any suggestions?
Clear your browser's cache, turn off any software firewall and try again. You can also try doing it on a different computer.
The box said windows xp or better... So I installed Linux! -
10.4.9 in AD password users password won't change
I changed a users password in AD but the mac will still use the old password. Anyone know why this might be?
Thanks,
MichaelStart with a search for *active directory* in Fnder->Help->MacHelp. If that doesn't yield anything, search http://search.info.apple.com/ or check the Server Products forums.
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Master Password Change w/o Install Disks
12/07
Greetings:
I have a friend that has forgotten his master password; plus, he never received the install dvd's with his new iMac (10.5.4. I know that the master password can be changed with install dvd. Any help to get this changed will be appreciated.
MikeThe following may work:
You can reset the password as follows:
To start, reboot in safe mode.
At the prompt enter the following:
/sbin/fsck -fy
Press RETURN. If you receive this message: ** The volume (nameofvolume) appears to be OK then continue to the next command. If you receive this message: *** FILE SYSTEM WAS MODIFIED *** then repeat the above command until you receive the OK message. If you repeat the command seven times without receiving the OK message then you cannot repair the drive and should not continue.
/sbin/mount -uw /
Then, type in pressing RETURN after each:
/usr/libexec/registermach_bootstrapservers /etc/mach_init.d
cd /var/db/netinfo
netinfod -s local
SystemStarter
passwd root
You’ll be asked to come up with a new password. If you want to change a login’s password, substitute ‘root’ with the username.
After that, enter
reboot -
Does not happen on other browsers
You have probably set up Firefox with a master password because you're using "Remember Passwords for Sites" option. To change the master password or to disable this option, you can do so as follows:
* Go to \Options\Options (using the Firefox favicon);
* Go to Security tab;
* Under the Passwords section make necessary changes.
To disable the master password, uncheck "Use a Master Password".
To change the master password, "Change Master Password" button.
Alternatively, you may be using a security software (like I use Norton 360) and use the password management functionality with a master password which you will have to manage from that particular software or via the appropriate add-on.
'''Edit:''' You may also find this help article on [https://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/make-firefox-remember-usernames-and-passwords?s=managing+passwords&r=2&as=s Firefox Password Mgmt] useful. -
I haven't used my IMac in a long time and went to boot it up, and I find I don't remember the correct username and password (I use several computers..I try to keep the passwords similar, with a number for the chronological order in which I started using them) I've tried all the others I use for passwords. The 'hint" keeps coming up for the password I am pretty sure is the correct one, but, still cannot get in. I also don't remember whether I changed my surname on the computer...it was changed legally a little while ago, but some of my older devices still have my birth-name in there)
HELP
I don't think I ever set up a "master password" on the thing...I never use those. I am the only person with access to my personal devices.
thanksForgot Your Account Password
For Lion, Mountain Lion, or Mavericks
Boot to the Recovery HD:
Restart the computer and after the chime press and hold down the COMMAND and R keys until the menu screen appears. Alternatively, restart the computer and after the chime press and hold down the OPTION key until the boot manager screen appears. Select the Recovery HD and click on the downward pointing arrow button.
When the menubar appears select Terminal from the Utilities menu.
Enter resetpassword at the prompt and press RETURN. Follow
instructions in the dialog window that will appear.
Or see:
Reset a Mac OS X 10.7 Lion Password
OS X Mountain Lion- Reset a login password,
OS X Mavericks- Solve password problems,
OS X Lion- Apple ID can be used to reset your user account password.
For Snow Leopard and earlier with installer DVD
Mac OS X 10.6- If you forget your administrator password,
OS X- Changing or resetting an account password (Snow Leopard and earlier).
For Snow Leopard and earlier without installer DVD
How to reset your Mac OS X password without an installer disc | MacYourself
Reset OS X Password Without an OS X CD — Tech News and Analysis
How To Create A New Administrator Account - Hack Mac -
I was trying to set up my mobile phone with Android with the Firefox App and my Netbook which I use the Firefox on and sync them but it came up that I have a Master Password but I do not recall setting one up and I have record of all my passwords that I keep in a secure place and I had trouble with a hacker who had accessed several of my accounts and I am now concerned that they may have also access this and we did not catch this one as we did the other accounts and stopped them from getting access. But that is not my concern any longer as that has been remedied the problem is how do I get the password unlocked or changed since I have no idea what it is? I tried to turn it off but it will not allow me to do that either without knowing it. Please advise as to what can be done so I can use this App on my Droid. Thanks. Deborah
I was trying to set up my mobile phone with Android with the Firefox App and my Netbook which I use the Firefox on and sync them but it came up that I have a Master Password but I do not recall setting one up and I have record of all my passwords that I keep in a secure place and I had trouble with a hacker who had accessed several of my accounts and I am now concerned that they may have also access this and we did not catch this one as we did the other accounts and stopped them from getting access. But that is not my concern any longer as that has been remedied the problem is how do I get the password unlocked or changed since I have no idea what it is? I tried to turn it off but it will not allow me to do that either without knowing it. Please advise as to what can be done so I can use this App on my Droid. Thanks. Deborah
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I cannot recover my Master Password under 10.6.8. I want to change it. I do have my admin password for my account. How can I create a new master pw?
If you are referring the Master Password that can be set in System Preferences>Security>FileVault, then see this thread:
How to reset FileVault master password
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=5822772
As explained there, and for obvious security reasons, a new master password created in this fashion way will not unlock any pre-existing FileVault accounts. Resetting the master password is therefore only useful after you turn off FileVault in all existing accounts. You can then turn FileVault back on after the new master password is in place. -
Hi, I can't insert a pontuaction mark in a password (which I did until yesterday) to acess one of my accounts. I don't remember the master password, so I can't change that one. I have a MacBook Pro and 10.6.8. Could you help me, please.
What I'd do in this situation:
connect both macs to same LAN
turn them on
login to new mac
go network, find your old mac
connect using "connect as" button (up right of window)
use credentials from login you can't access - mean user name and password. If you still can't add that ~ you can copypaste password there from any text editor
You will get full access to all data of that blocked account - just copy all you need
Other way:
connect both macs to same LAN
turn them on
login to new mac
on new mac run "migration assistant" from Utilities folder
tell there that you want import account data from other mac
follow instructions of migration assistant
thus you'll import account to new mac - but probably with filewault enabled and same password, I didn't check this in such situation
Try first method first ) -
Pretty much as per the question, when I try and set up a master password, the error message says "Unable to change Master Password". There isn't one to start with, so I'm just wanting to set one for the first time.
Did you copy any files from another computer to the profile folder on that new computer?
Do you already have saved passwords?
*Tools > Options > Security: Passwords: "Saved Passwords" > "Show Passwords"
If you haven't then try to delete the key3.db file and possibly logins.json and signons.sqlite in the Firefox profile folder.
Note that all saved passwords are lost when you delete these files.
You can use this button to go to the currently used Firefox profile folder:
*Help > Troubleshooting Information > Profile Directory: Show Folder (Linux: Open Directory; Mac: Show in Finder)
*http://kb.mozillazine.org/Profile_folder_-_Firefox -
I must've mistyped something while setting my master password, and now I can't log in.
Several ways to reset your admin password ...
1 > Reset the user password in OS X Lion, Mountain Lion and Mavericks: Apple Support Communities
2 > Reset for OS X v10.6 or earlier > OS X: Changing or resetting an account password
3. > OS X: Apple ID can be used to reset your user account password -
How do i change the master password on lion
hi, i know the master password on my macbook pro but i would like to change it and since i upgraded to lion i cant a optionto change it any where.
Macbook Pro osx 10.7
FileVault Is ONIf you are referring to the Master Password that is used for the "old" version of FileVault (not your regular login password), it looks like it's now in System Preferences>Users and Groups.
Click the little "gear" icon under "Login Options":
I don't use FileVault, but I assume that this has nothing to do with the "Recovery Key" that you are given if you enable the new version of FileVault. -
Using FF 4.01 for laptops & desktops, Windows XP 2002 SP3. I used "chrome://pippki/content/resetpassword.xul" to reset the Master Password. Then went to Tools/Options/Security, clicked on "Change Master Password". BUT it asks for my CURRENT password and new password. I don't know my current password. Is there a default Master Password that I need to input as the Current password?
If you still have a Master Password set then it looks that resetting the MP hasn't worked.
If using the chrome url (chrome://pippki/content/resetpassword.xul) doesn't work then delete the files [http://kb.mozillazine.org/key3.db key3.db] and signons.sqlite in the Firefox profile folder.
* http://kb.mozillazine.org/Profile_folder_-_Firefox.
You need to set a new Master Password after renaming or deleting key3.db and all currently saved passwords are lost. -
I have tried to remember what the first pass word was and can not get it done. i can not send out emails on both of my email accounts [email protected] or [email protected] as both request password. when i have tried to reset master password it will not except any thing that i am doing. i need to send out emails for my work and having trouble doing the change. Please help
The master password protects saved passwords in Thunderbird and has nothing to do with connecting to your providers server. You need to work with your email provider if you have forgotten your email password. Go to their email help site and look for a link to reset your password.
If you are truly working with a forgotten master password this article tells you how to remove it.
https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/master-password
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