[OCI] How to Reset Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)?

 



Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) offers Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to enhance account security. However, there may be situations where you need to reset MFA — such as during device lost, access handover etc.

In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the safe and recommended ways to reset MFA in OCI



🔐 What is MFA in OCI?

Multi-Factor Authentication adds an extra layer of security by requiring users to enter a code from an authenticator app or SMS in addition to their password. This helps protect accounts from unauthorized access.

However, resetting it may be necessary if:

  • A user lost access to their device

  • Admins are resetting access for new ownership


 🔄 Reset MFA 

  • Sign in to the OCI Console as a user with Administrator privileges.
  • Go to Navigation Menu  Identity & Security  Domains


  • Go to Domain in which user is created and then navigate to Users Section and then click on the Username for which you want to reset the MFA


  • Under User Details, click "Reset factors".


  • Confirm the action by pressing Reset factors button . This removes the MFA association for the user.




📝 Note: The next time the user logs in, they will be prompted to set up MFA again


 

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