Administration Docker Zuar WAF microservices run in Docker containers. Docker provides the ability to package and run an application in a loosely isolated environment called a container.They are orchestrated through Docker Compose. Compose is
Administration Environment Variables Each Zuar WAF stores an environment variables file (env) that stores configuration and sensitive information as per 12factor methodology. The env file is normally located in the home directory of the user running
Administration Nginx Zuar WAF uses Nginx as a web server and proxy server. Nginx runs inside Docker in the zwaf microservice. Configuring NginxNginx configuration files are located in the home directory of the user running
Administration DNS Resolution By default the WAF uses the internal resolver of the docker container 127.0.0.11 for DNS name resolution. This is set in the Nginx conf file (typically located at: /home/<
Administration SSL The Zuar WAF requires valid SSL certificates. Users can install their own SSL certificates or have Zuar manage the SSL certificates via LetsEncrypt. SSL Certificates for PortalsRapid Portal and Custom Portal are deployed
Administration User Management Once logged in as an admin, you can manage users using the WAF's Authentication API located at https://<your-hostname>/auth/users. Navigating to this endpoint in your browser as an admin
Administration Switching to Production Once you're finished with development and ready to share your Portal with the world, you will want to secure your portal by turning off the edit and upload features, and enabling cache. NOTE: