Password changed notification for end users

When enabled, end users are sent an email notification to inform them that the password for their account has changed. This email contains details such as the time and location of the password change.

HealthInsight task recommendation

When enabled, end users are sent an email notification to inform them that the password for their account has changed.

Okta recommends

Enable this email notification to inform end users when their password on their account has been changed or reset.

Security impact

High

End-user impact

Low

End users are sent an email notification if they change or reset the password on their account. Password changed notifications aren't sent if the admin sets a temporary password for the account, changes the password by API or if the end user is in an inactive state.

Configure password changed notification for end users

Enable password changed notification for end users.

  1. In the Admin Console, go to SecurityGeneral.
  2. Under Security Notification Emails, click Edit.
  3. Set the Password changed notification email option to Enabled.
  4. Click Save.

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