Welcome aboard!
Always exploring, always improving.
2 Articles

Tags :Apache

How I Successfully Protected Our Apache Server from a DDoS Attack (My Real-Life Experience)-FoxDoo Technology

How I Successfully Protected Our Apache Server from a DDoS Attack (My Real-Life Experience)

One day last week, I woke up to a nightmare scenario: our company’s Apache server had slowed to a crawl, and within minutes it was clear we were under a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack. Having faced this situation before, I knew immediately what I needed to do. Here’s exactly how I handled it, step-by-step, to not only stop the attack but to make sure it wouldn’t happen again. Step 1: Identifying the Attack The first thing I did was to verify that it was indeed a DDoS attack. I logged into our Apache server and checked the server logs using: tail -n 100 /var/log/apache2/access.log I noticed a massive flood of repeated requests from suspicious IP addresses targeting the...

Like(0)FoxDoo TechnologyFoxDoo TechnologyServer Views(235)
Easy Security Enhancements for Your Apache Server-FoxDoo Technology

Easy Security Enhancements for Your Apache Server

Keeping your Apache server secure doesn’t have to be complicated. As someone who’s managed multiple Apache setups, I’ve learned firsthand how a few simple security steps can drastically improve the safety of your websites and applications. Here’s my quick, human-friendly guide to enhancing your Apache server security: 1. Regularly Update Apache Staying current is critical. Regular updates patch vulnerabilities and improve security. I recommend setting automated updates or reminders to ensure you’re running the latest secure version. 2. Disable Directory Listing Exposed directories are an invitation to attackers. To disable directory browsing, simply add this line in your .htaccess or Apache config: Options -Indexes 3. Implement SSL/TLS SSL/TLS encryption ensures data integrity and security. Using free solutions like Let’s Encrypt...

Like(0)FoxDoo TechnologyFoxDoo TechnologyServer Views(215)

Sign In

Forgot Password

Sign Up