How do I manually update the User password for User Elevations?
Learn how to update your User Password for User Elevations.
Written by Daniel Rivera
Updated at July 14th, 2025
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Failed User Elevation due to Incorrect Passwords
- If a User Elevation attempt fails due to an incorrect password, the dialog box typically includes a field to enter a new password.
Missing Password Prompt
In cases where the password prompt does not appear, you can manually update the stored password in AutoElevate by following these steps:
- Open the following program on the affected machine:
C:\Program Files (x86)\AutoElevate\AECredentialInput.exe
2. Enter the new password for the currently logged-in user when prompted.
By manually updating the stored password using this method, you can resolve User Elevation issues caused by incorrect credentials.