Reset Windows 10 password using Kali

Reset Windows 10 password using Kali::
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Suppose you forgot the windows password.

Steps as follows to reset the password using Kali as it comes with pre-installed tools for windows password reset.

Boot  the machine using live Kali DVD.

goto ::
# cd /media/mountname/windows/system32/config
# ls -a SAM   --  (which is the user credential file for windows.)
# chntpw -l  SAM --(to list the users)
# chntpw -u username SAM --(to unlock the user)
  select option 1 to clear the password
Again run the same command
# chntpw -u username SAM
  select option 4 to enable the account.

Now reboot to Windows. You should be able to login without any password and can set a new password.

Login to command prompt and type
# net user username  --( To reset the password, Enter new password)
logout and login with the new credentials.

Hope this helps..:)