The GRUB (GRand Unified Bootloader) password is required to access the boot loader of syslog-ng Store Box (SSB). Note that the GRUB password can be changed from the console menu as well. For details, see Accessing the SSB console.

NOTE: From version 7.2.0 it is required to enter a username and a password to change SSB boot settings or to enter the boot loader console for troubleshooting.

Enter the following username when prompted by GRUB:

root

The default password for the root user is:

default

One Identity recommends changing the default GRUB password if you have updated SSB from a version prior to 7.2.0.

For more information about changing the GRUB password, see Changing the GRUB password of SSB or Using the console menu of SSB.

To change the GRUB password of SSB

  1. Navigate to Basic Settings > Management > Change GRUB password.

    Figure 43: Basic Settings > Management > Change GRUB password — Changing the GRUB password of SSB

  2. Enter the new password into the New GRUB password and Confirm GRUB password fields. The password must meet the requirements of the AAA > Settings > Password settings > Minimal password strength option.

    NOTE: The syslog-ng Store Box (SSB) appliance accepts passwords that are not longer than 150 characters. The following special characters can be used:

    ! " # $ % & ' ( ) * + , - . / : ; < > = ? @ [ ] ^ - ` { | } \ _ ~

  3. Click .