Symptoms

When the LDAP configuration on Auth Settings is updated via webUI, the unchanged/existing bind password is replaced by an empty string, resulting in LDAP authentication failure.

Impact

Bind password is not preserved.

Conditions

Modify existing LDAP configuration on Auth Settings screen.

Workaround

One of the following: -- Use the F5OS CLI to modify authentication settings, rather than using the webUI. -- When editing authentication settings in the webUI, always re-enter the bind password.

Fix Information

Updating LDAP configuration preserves existing/unchanged bind password, will not result in LDAP authentication failure.

Guides & references

K10134038: F5 Bug Tracker Filter Names and Tips