mimUpdateuser

MimUpdateuser is a command-line utility designed to facilitate the updating of user information in a Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM) environment. It is part of the Microsoft Identity Manager 2016 suite and is used to manage user attributes and synchronize them with the underlying Active Directory or other connected directories. The utility allows administrators to update user properties such as display name, email address, and other custom attributes directly from the command line, which can be particularly useful for bulk updates or automated processes.

The MimUpdateuser command typically requires several parameters to specify the user to be updated and the new attribute values. These parameters include the user's distinguished name (DN), the attribute to be updated, and the new value for that attribute. For example, to update a user's email address, an administrator might use a command like:

MimUpdateuser -dn "CN=John Doe,OU=Users,DC=example,DC=com" -attribute mail -value "[email protected]"

It is important to note that MimUpdateuser should be used with caution, as incorrect usage can lead to unintended changes in user attributes. Administrators should ensure they have the necessary permissions and understand the implications of the updates they are making. Additionally, it is recommended to test commands in a non-production environment before applying them to live systems.

MimUpdateuser is a powerful tool for managing user information in a MIM environment, but it should be used with care and a thorough understanding of its capabilities and limitations.