VMWare

ESXi 6.X

Re-enable user in lockout mode

If you enabled lockout mode in vSphere then inputing the wrong password multiple times puts your user into lockout mode. It is locked for a period of time (at most 900 seconds). Each following login - even correct ones - resets the timer.

To re-enable to user you need console access (by standing in front of the machine or some sort of remote console, e.g. HP iLo or Dell iDrac):

Press ALT+F1 to change from the DCUI to the ESXi shell
Log in with an administrative user (even if this one is locked)
Run pam_tally2 --user <username> to see the number of unsuccessful logins
Run pam_tally2 --user <username> --reset to reset this number
Now you should be able to login using SSH or the web frontend

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Re-enable user in lockout mode

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