Authentication Bypass Due to Missing LDAP Bind After Password Reset in Keycloak
Published Jan 22, 2025 · Updated Nov 3, 2026
Original summary
Normalized public record · Updated Nov 3, 2026
Authentication Bypass Due to Missing LDAP Bind After Password Reset in Keycloak
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QFinch assessment
The issue arises because Keycloak does not perform an LDAP bind after a password reset, leading to potential authentication bypass for expired or disabled AD accounts. A fix should enforce LDAP validation after password updates to ensure consistency with AD authentication policies.
Evidence: public source recordsAffected products
| Affected package, product or range | Fix status |
|---|---|
| Consult the referenced vendor advisory for affected versions. | Consult source advisory |
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Remediation
Apply the vendor-supported fixed release or mitigation, then verify the affected component is no longer reachable.
- Confirm the affected product and reachable code path exist in your environment.
- Apply the vendor-supported patch or mitigation from the primary advisory.
- Rescan the exact deployed revision and retain verification evidence.
Evidence coverage
- SSVC priority
- LOW
- Confidence
- Not available
- Aliases
- None reported
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Sources and record history
Record history
Published Jan 22, 2025 · Last refreshed Nov 3, 2026