Is it possible to reset passwords using a Human Resources Source application in Okta?

Resetting passwords using a Human Resources Source application in Okta is not possible directly. This is because the HR Source is primarily designed for user provisioning, managing employee information, and ensuring user lifecycle management rather than for password management.

Okta's architecture focuses on keeping password management processes separate from HR systems to enhance security. Instead, password reset functionalities are typically handled through dedicated password recovery workflows or self-service options within the Okta platform that are available to end users.

Human Resources applications often contain sensitive employee data, and allowing password resets directly through these systems could pose security risks. Consequently, password resets are standardized through Okta's Identity Management features, which may be supplemented by additional security measures such as multi-factor authentication to verify user identity before allowing a password reset.