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Learn how to easily allow users to change their login password in Oracle APEX 21.1 using built-in functionality, including code snippets for effective implementation.
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How to Create a Page to Change Login Password in Oracle APEX 21.1

Creating a page where users can change their login passwords is a common requirement in web applications, especially when user security is paramount. In this guide, we'll explore how to implement this functionality in Oracle APEX 21.1 efficiently. You will learn how to utilize built-in tools for password management, ensuring that your users can securely update their credentials.

Understanding the Requirement

You've likely encountered scenarios where users wish to change their passwords for security reasons or simply to refresh their login information. In Oracle APEX, the process can be streamlined with built-in functionality that simplifies this task. The key points to consider include:

User Authentication: Ensure the authentication method is set to APEX authentication.

User Management: Utilize the system-provided APIs to facilitate user password changes.

Step-by-Step Solution

Here's how to create a password change page in Oracle APEX:

Step 1: Create a New Page

Go to your APEX application: Start by accessing your application in Oracle APEX.

Add a new page: Use the Page Designer to create a new page specifically for changing passwords. You may want to label it as "Change Password" for clarity.

Step 2: Set Up Input Fields

Input Field for New Password: Create a text box item, for instance, :P9901_NEW_PASSWORD, for users to enter their new password.

Input Safety: It’s advisable to include elements like a confirm password field for accuracy in input.

Step 3: Integrate APEX Utilities

The Oracle APEX provides a straightforward way to change user passwords through the APEX_UTIL package, specifically using the CHANGE_CURRENT_USER_PW procedure. Here’s how you can implement it:

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Step 4: Implementing the Code

Action Button: Add a button to execute the PL/SQL code when clicked (e.g., "Change Password").

Handle Error Cases: Remember to add error handling to provide user-friendly feedback in case the operation fails, such as if the new password does not meet complexity requirements.

Step 5: Security Considerations

Encryption: In APEX, passwords are typically hashed and not stored as plain text for security reasons. Therefore, you won’t be able to decrypt passwords or encrypt them manually unless you implement a custom authentication scheme.

Central Identity Provider: In business settings, user authentication is often handled by a central identity provider rather than directly within APEX. Understand your architecture to implement governance around password management effectively.

Conclusion

Implementing a password change feature in Oracle APEX is straightforward using the built-in capabilities provided by the APEX framework. Follow the steps outlined above, and ensure that best practices around security are adhered to for the protection of user's sensitive information.

By creating a user-friendly page where users can change their passwords securely, you boost not only their confidence in your application but also improve the overall security posture of your system.

For further assistance or questions, feel free to reach out!