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Apache Security - how to secure Apache web server?

(@david-j)
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Apache is one of the most frequently deployed web server, Give me guidance for how to secure Apache web server...

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Topic starter Posted : December 27, 2018 7:15 am
(@benjaminwittes)
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Here are some points that can help you to configure Apache web server.

  • Hide the Apache version and the operating system identity from error.
  • Limit application size limit
  • Protect DDOS attacks.
  • Enable the Apache logging
  • Disable the directory list.
  • Disable unwanted modules. ...
  • Run Apache as a separate user and group.
  • Use Allow and Deny to restrict access to directories.
  • Use mod_security and mod_evasive modules.
  • Disable Apache tracking/following of symbolic links
  • Disable Server Side Inclusion and CGI Execution
  • Protecting Apache with SSL certificates
  • Regularly keep Apache updated.
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