Nick Hunter, Nov 17, 2023, FileMaker Training Videos Menu 1. Introduction: Financial Regulations Beyond the USA <a name=”introduction”></a> Operating outside the United States introduces a variety of financial regulations that differ greatly depending on the region. FileMaker, with its robust customization capabilities, is well-suited to handle the regulatory complexities of multiple jurisdictions. In countries with
Jacob Taylor, Nov 14, 2023, FileMaker Training Videos Menu 1. Introduction: The Critical Importance of FileMaker Server Backups <a name=”introduction”></a> In the world of database management, backups are the insurance policy that can prevent catastrophic data loss. For FileMaker developers, understanding how to properly configure and manage backups is an essential skill at all levels—whether
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,
Weihao Ding, Jun 16, 2023, Direct Impact Solutions Blog Source: https://www.directimpactsolutions.com/en/modernizing-a-fm-legacy-app/ Why should I modernize my apps? Why should I modernize my apps? What is a legacy app? There are a few factors that, when combined, constitute a legacy app. Apps carrying technical debt and using outdated technologies that are critical for day-to-day operations are
Unlocking the Secrets of the FileMaker Server Keystore: A Cryptographic Exploration Source: https://davidhamann.de/2023/05/29/deciphering-the-filemaker-keystore/ Introduction On This Page While checking out how the FileMaker Pro to Server upload feature worked, I noticed that credentials were encrypted using a RSA public key before being sent to the server. I looked into FileMaker Server’s installation directory and found that
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,
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).
Duane Maas, FMDiSC 14/04/2023 Table of Contents 1. Introduction to Immutable Backups and Their Importance In today’s digital landscape, data is increasingly vulnerable to ransomware attacks that can compromise the integrity of your backups. This makes immutable backups crucial for any business. In his presentation, Duane Maas shared an innovative solution for automating the creation
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
Keycloak 17 & FileMaker: Installation & Configuration Tutorial Duncan Baker, Sounds Essential Blog Source: https://www.soundsessential.com/support/tutorials/212-keycloak-17-filemaker-installation-configuration-tutorial-part-1-ubuntu-mysql Part 1: Ubuntu & MySQL Introduction As we have before, we need to acknowledge the excellent work from Wim Decorte and Steven Blackwell who have and continue to push the subject of security in the FileMaker platform. Our forays into
Installation & Configuration on Windows Duncan Baker, Sounds Essential Blog Source: https://www.soundsessential.com/support/tutorials/158-filemaker-server-zabbix-setting-up-a-server-part-1 FileMaker Server & Zabbix: Setting Up a Server Part 1 Lesson in Brief: Monitor FileMaker Server Via Zabbix Utilizing a Windows 10 Machine Setting up a FileMaker server and never looking at it again is a recipe for disaster. Are your backups running? Has
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
Claus Lavendt, Jan 8, 2022, FilaMaker Training TV Automating the installation of a FileMaker Server can save countless hours, minimize errors, and ensure consistent configurations every time. In this blog post, we’ll take you through a step-by-step guide on using shell scripts to automate the setup of a FileMaker Server on Ubuntu Linux, featuring insights
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
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