In this set of instructions, we will discuss how to enable and disable Location-Based Access Control in your system’s Security Console. This feature plays a crucial role in managing access based on geographic location and requires the IT Security Manager role for configuration. We will walk you through the steps to activate and deactivate this feature, and also provide guidance on recovery procedures in case any issues arise.
Enabling Location-Based Access Control
To activate this functionality, you must have the IT Security Manager role to access the Security Console.
- Navigate to Tools, click Security Console, and select Administration Tab.
- The Location-Based Access Control page is currently hidden.
To reveal the Location-Based Access Control tab on the Administration Page, you need to modify the “Enable Access to Location-Based Access Control” profile option.
- Go to Setup and Maintenance > Manage Administration Profile Values.
- Set the profile values to “Yes” at the site level.
- Click Save and Close.
Return to the Security Console > Administration Tab.
The Location-Based Access Control is now visible.
Disabling Location-Based Access
To deactivate location-based access, simply uncheck the “Enable Location-Based Access” box. Existing IP addresses will be retained in a read-only state, allowing you to reuse the same information when reactivating the feature. You can also add or remove IP addresses as needed.
Recovery Procedures
If you need to recover from any issues, follow these steps:
Step 1: Ensure you have an admin user with the following privileges (the IT Security Manager role includes these privileges):
- ASE_ADMINISTER_SSO_PRIV
- ASE_ADMINSTER_SECURITY_PRIV
Step 2: Confirm that notifications are enabled for the ORA Location-Based Access Disabled Confirmation Template in the Security Console under User Categories and Notifications.
Step 3: Access the admin recovery URL at
https://<podname>.fa.<datacentername>.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/faces/AdminActivity and enter your admin username.
Step 4: After requesting access to the Administration Activity page, you will receive an email at your registered email address containing a URL similar to this one: https://<podname>.fa.<datacentername>.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/faces/FuseWelcome
Step 5: Click on the URL to access a secure Administrator Activity page. Choose the “Disable Location-Based Access” option. Select Submit. You will receive a confirmation that location-based access is disabled. You will then be redirected to the Oracle Applications Cloud login page where you can sign in using your registered username and password and regain access to tasks and data as before.”
Managing Location-Based Access Control is a critical aspect of your system’s security. By following these instructions, you can easily enable or disable this feature as needed, ensuring your data and resources are protected while accommodating changing security requirements. In case of any recovery needs, the provided steps will guide you through a smooth restoration process.
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