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Claris Support

FileMaker Server Version Comparison

Source: https://support.claris.com/s/article/FileMaker-Server-Version-Comparison?language=en_US See features added in: FileMaker Server 2024 Features Description x FileMaker Server administrators now have clearer visibility on schedules and better tools to manage teams and users. FileMaker Server Admin Console consolidates all schedules in one view so administrators can better avoid automation conflicts Administrators can block new user connections to ensure maintenance integrity Administrator roles allow more

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Richard Carlton

Low-Yield Nukes in the FileMaker Platform

A Guide to Avoiding Disastrous Mistakes Richard Carlton, Nov 30, 2023, FileMaker Training Videos Menu 1. Introduction: What Are Low-Yield Nukes in FileMaker? <a name=”introduction”></a> In software development, there are actions and features that, if used incorrectly, can lead to catastrophic results. In FileMaker, these actions are what we call “low-yield nukes.” They are easy

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Claris Support

PHP no longer bundled with FileMaker Server

Claris Engineering Blog December 29, 2020 Updates: In Windows and macOS, Claris FileMaker Server versions before 19.5.2 support Custom Web Publishing (CWP) with PHP. However, PHP is no longer bundled with FileMaker Server on Windows or macOS. Additionally, CWP with PHP is deprecated starting with FileMaker Server 19.5.2. This engineering blog describes bundling PHP with FileMaker Server,

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Matt Petrowsky

Running FileMaker Server in Docker Desktop

Matt Petrowsky, Jul 12, 2023, FileMaker Magazine Source: https://www.filemakermagazine.com/videos/running-filemaker-server-docker-desktop The files you need are part of a FileMaker Server installation. You need to install a Linux FileMaker server somewhere then you’ll find them within a Tools subfolder. Installing into a local VM (Parallels, VM Ware, VirtualBox) will give you access to the Docker files. Table

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Alec Gregory

Let’s make an audit log with Claris FileMaker 2023

Alec Gregory, May 25, 2023, Beezwax blog Source: https://blog.beezwax.net/lets-make-an-audit-log-with-claris-filemaker/ Claris FileMaker 2023 puts powerful, native audit logging within reach of developers, with a greatly reduced code footprint compared to existing approaches. In this blog post we introduce the OnWindowTransaction script trigger, leveraging it along with native FileMaker script transactions to create an audit log that is efficient, scalable, flexible, performant,

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Jacob Taylor

Install FileMaker Server 2023 on macOS

A Comprehensive Guide Jacob Taylor, May 8, 2023, FileMaker Training Videos Table of Contents Introduction FileMaker Server 2023 is a robust and scalable server software designed to host and manage your FileMaker solutions securely and efficiently. Installing it on macOS requires careful attention to system requirements and detailed steps to ensure optimal performance. This comprehensive

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Jacob Taylor

Install FileMaker Server 2023 on Linux

A Comprehensive Guide Jacob Taylor, May 5, 2023, FileMaker Training Videos Table of Contents Introduction FileMaker Server 2023 is a robust, scalable server software designed to host and manage your FileMaker applications securely and efficiently. Running FileMaker Server on Linux provides a cost-effective, high-performance solution, especially when leveraging cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS).

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Jacob Taylor

Install FileMaker Server 2023 on Windows

A Comprehensive Guide Jacob Taylor, May 4, 2023, FileMaker Training Videos Table of Contents Introduction FileMaker Server 2023 is a powerful platform for hosting and managing your FileMaker solutions securely and efficiently. Installing it on a Windows Server requires careful planning and execution to ensure optimal performance and security. This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions

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Wim Decorte

Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, and Resilience for FileMaker Solutions

Wim Decorte, FMDiSC 14/04/2023 Table of Contents Introduction: Why These Concepts Matter As businesses increasingly depend on technology for daily operations, discussions about disaster recovery, business continuity, and resilience become essential, not optional. In his detailed presentation, Wim Decorte from Soliant Consulting tackles the often tricky but necessary conversations that FileMaker developers need to have

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Taylor Sharpe

FileMaker Audit Logging with JSON

An In-Depth Guide Taylor Sharpe, Feb 28, 2023, Kentuckiana FM Dev Group Menu Introduction Audit logging is an essential aspect of any modern FileMaker solution, especially for businesses concerned with security, compliance, or workflow optimization. It allows developers to track the changes made to records, providing a detailed history of who changed what and when.

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André Just Vedgren

Is It Safe? FileMaker, Security and You

A Deep Dive into FileMaker Security and Cyber Threats André Just Vedgren, EngageU 2022 In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity is a top priority for businesses of all sizes. Whether you’re managing a small business or overseeing a large organization, the risks associated with data breaches, ransomware, and cyber espionage are increasing. This comprehensive

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Chris Moyer

Cybersecurity Best Practices

Heidi Porter, Chris Moyer, EngageU 2022 Table of Contents Introduction: Understanding the Cyber Threat Landscape Heidi Porter and Chris Moyer emphasize the critical need for organizations and individuals to understand the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Over the past decade, attacks have become more sophisticated, targeting personal devices, organizational networks, and even public infrastructure. As more services

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Chris Moyer

Ransomware Roundup

DIGFM: Table of Contents Introduction Ransomware attacks have surged in both frequency and sophistication, posing a significant threat to organizations worldwide. These attacks can cripple operations, lead to substantial financial losses, and damage reputations. For organizations using FileMaker Servers—a popular platform for creating custom apps that work seamlessly across devices—the stakes are particularly high due

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David Hamann

CVE-2021-44147: XML External Entity Vulnerability in Claris FileMaker

Uncovering XXE Vulnerabilities in FileMaker’s XML Parsing Source: https://davidhamann.de/2021/11/18/filemaker-xxe-vulnerability/ CVE FileMaker Pro CVE-2021-44147 A couple of months ago I looked more deeply into the “Import Records” functionality in FileMaker, especially the XML parsing, and was wondering if any XXE vulnerability may exist and how one could exploit this in technically interesting ways. The vulnerability is/was indeed there

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John Newhoff

FileMaker and Ransomware

John Newhoff, Jun 17, 2021, Portage Bay blog Source: https://www.portagebay.com/blog/filemaker-and-ransomware/ With the recent highly publicized attacks on Colonial Pipeline and JBS, we’ve had questions from some of our clients about protecting FileMaker data from ransomware attacks. While we are always careful to make it clear that we are not security professionals, we also try to do our best to answer

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FileMaker Server Version Comparison

Running FileMaker Server in Docker Desktop

Install FileMaker Server 2023 on macOS