Florian Guilbert, FM Conférence 2018 Securing FileMaker Server – Best Practices 1. Hosting FileMaker Server: On-Premises vs. Data Centers When hosting a FileMaker Server, you must decide whether to host the server on-premises or in a data center. Both options have advantages and challenges that need to be carefully weighed. On-Premises Hosting: Control vs. Responsibility
Troubleshooting FileMaker Database Encryption Issues Source: https://davidhamann.de/2018/08/19/fix-error-853-when-encrypting-filemaker-databases/ Have you ever gotten the following error after trying to encrypt your FileMaker databases? Error 853 refers to One or more containers failed to transfer in the error code listing and herein usually lies the problem. When you encrypt your database, make sure to place the existing external container data into the
Source: https://excelisys.com/fmp-tip-n-trick-filemaker-pro-audit-trail-revisited/ Doug West, Apr 26, 2018, EXcelisys, Inc Nearly four years have passed since our last Easy-Bake FileMaker Pro Audit Trail made its Internet debut. The same principles are still going strong, and now we’ve added some bells and whistles based on user feedback. The steps to implement this revised FileMaker Pro audit trail technique
Mastering External Authentication in FileMaker: EA, SSO, AD, OD, OAuth, and LDAP Unveiled Wim Decorte, FileMaker DevCon 2017 Table of Contents Introduction In today’s interconnected digital landscape, managing user authentication efficiently and securely is paramount. The FileMaker Platform, widely used for creating custom apps, recognizes this need and has evolved to support various external authentication
Alan Deffenderfer, FileMaker DevCon 2017 Menu Introduction to Enterprise FileMaker Security To top FileMaker is increasingly becoming a trusted tool in enterprise environments, and with this growth comes the need for heightened security. In this session, Alan Deffenderfer shares his firsthand experience working with FileMaker in the Defense Sector over a period of three and
Wim Decorte, Apr 29, 2016, FM DevCon 2014 Source: https://www.soliantconsulting.com/blog/executesql-named-buckets/ Back in 2014, I did a DevCon session on “Deep-Dive Scripting, an Audit log…”. The end-result of getting an audit log was not as important as the journey among the new and old scripting and function features. On the various FileMaker forums I see a lot of
Alexis Gehrt, FileMaker Konferenz 2015 Menu Why FileMaker Pro is Secure? In his 2015 FMK talk, Alexis Gehrt laid the groundwork by affirming that FileMaker Pro is fundamentally a secure platform, but warned that understanding and configuring security is essential to protecting sensitive data. While FileMaker Pro is built with multi-layered security architecture, relying on
Tim Neudecker, FileMaker DevCon 2015 Successfully deploying FileMaker in large organizations requires more than just technical know-how. A strong partnership with the IT department is critical for navigating security, infrastructure, and compliance challenges. Tim Neudecker’s DevCon 2015 session sheds light on the strategies for overcoming these challenges by fostering collaboration between developers and IT. This
Ronnie Rios, FileMaker DevCon 2015 In today’s digital world, securing sensitive information such as customer data, financial records, and intellectual property is critical for businesses of all sizes. In his 2015 DevCon session, Ronnie Rios highlighted the main security threats facing FileMaker users and provided practical solutions for addressing these risks. This blog post offers
James Hea, FileMaker DevCon 2015 Change management is a critical component of IT project success, particularly within regulated environments. Businesses must implement effective processes to manage changes while complying with strict regulations. This extended guide explores the key aspects of change management from the perspective of FileMaker solutions, providing practical steps for implementation and ensuring
Michael Westendorf, Jul 8, 2015, DBServices blog Source: https://dbservices.com/blog/filemaker-safety-checklist Menu of Chapters FileMaker Security: Protect Your Data #tag1 Introduction to FileMaker Security In the digital age, securing data is no longer optional—it’s a fundamental requirement. FileMaker, with its versatility as a database management platform, offers a variety of security features, but these must be configured
Wim Decorte, May 15, 2015, Soliant Consulting Blog Source: https://www.soliantconsulting.com/soliant-tv/keychain-access-windows-mac/ Table of Contents Introduction In this post, we’ll take a deep dive into how Keychain Access works in FileMaker 14 on both Mac and Windows, the changes it brings, and how you can control this feature as a developer. What is Keychain Access in FileMaker?
Rosemary Tietge, FileMaker DevCon 2014 In an era where data breaches make regular headlines, securing business data has never been more critical. Rosemary Tietge’s DevCon 2014 session focused on the evolving threat landscape, security trends, and how FileMaker users can mitigate these risks by leveraging FileMaker’s built-in security tools. This post provides an in-depth exploration
Jon Thatcher, FileMaker Konferenz 2014 Database encryption is one of the most critical features in securing your FileMaker solutions. With the introduction of Encryption at Rest (EAR) in FileMaker 13, developers and administrators gained a powerful tool to safeguard sensitive data stored in their databases. This post will thoroughly explore how FileMaker encryption works, why
Jon Thatcher, FileMaker DevCon 2014 Database encryption is essential for protecting sensitive information stored in FileMaker systems. In this session, Jon Thatcher, the Database Server Lead Engineer at FileMaker, explains the importance of database encryption, how FileMaker implemented it in version 13, and the best practices for working with encrypted databases. This post explores these