This API simplifies password management by enabling users to update their existing passwords to a new one of their choice. This enhancement strengthens security practices and offers a more seamless user experience by integrating password management directly into existing workflows.
Parameter | Required/Optional | Data Type | Description |
---|---|---|---|
newPassword | Required | String | The new password for the user (formatted as JSON) |
API Request
curl --location '<qualys_base_url>/api/2.0/fo/user/change_password/index.php' \ --header 'X-Requested-With: test' \ --header 'Content-Type: application/json' \ --data '{ "newPassword": "abcd123#" }'
XML Response
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" ?> <!DOCTYPE SIMPLE_RETURN SYSTEM "<qualys_base_url>/api/2.0/simple_return.dtd>" <SIMPLE_RETURN> <RESPONSE> <DATETIME>2024-08-23T05:18:08Z</DATETIME> <TEXT>Password changed successfully</TEXT> </RESPONSE> </SIMPLE_RETURN>