Commvault CommCell CVSearchService Authentication Bypass Vulnerability
November 22nd, 2021
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of Commvault CommCell. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the CVSearchService service. The issue results from the lack of proper validation prior to authentication. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system.
Additional Details
Commvault has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://documentation.commvault.com/securityadvisories/CV_2021_08_1.html
Disclosure Timeline
- 2021-06-30 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2021-11-22 - Coordinated public release of advisory
- 2025-08-04 - Advisory Updated
Credit
Brandon Perry, Justin Kennedy and Steven Seeley of Source Incite
