Encrypting agent passwords

Use the vcsencrypt utility to encrypt passwords when you edit the VCS configuration file main.cf when you configure agents that require user passwords.

Note:

Do not use the vcsencrypt utility when you enter passwords from the Java console.

To encrypt an agent password

  1. Run the utility from the command line.
    vcsencrypt -agent
    				
  2. The utility prompts you to enter the password twice. Enter the password and press Return.
     Enter New Password:
     Enter Again:
  3. The utility encrypts the password and displays the encrypted password. Use this password to edit the VCS configuration file main.cf.

More Information

Encrypting agent passwords by using security keys