Wim Decorte, Claris Engage 2024 As the complexity of digital ecosystems continues to evolve, ensuring the security of the applications we build has never been more important. With the increasing sophistication of attacks, even a small oversight can lead to catastrophic results such as data breaches, fines, or damage to reputation. This blog post delves
Claus Lavendt, Claris Engage 2024 Menu Introduction Welcome to this comprehensive guide on installing and configuring Claris FileMaker Server, with insights from Claus Lavendt’s presentation. This expanded version aims to provide you with not only the necessary technical steps but also the critical reasoning behind them. By delving into network architecture, backup strategies, and security
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
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
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,
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).
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
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
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
Claris Support Source: https://support.claris.com/s/answerview?anum=13625&language=en_US FileMaker Server is responsible for securely hosting FileMaker Pro databases to Windows, OS X, Web, and iOS clients. Because FileMaker Server can be the “central hub” for which all your clients access your solutions and data, it is critical that FileMaker Server be optimized for performance and reliability. There are several hardware
Authenticating Access to Your Solution with Microsoft Azure Active Directory Edward McPike, Claris Engage 2020 Table of Contents Introduction In the modern digital era, ensuring secure and efficient access to applications is paramount. As organizations increasingly adopt cloud services and remote work environments, managing user authentication becomes both more complex and more critical. Microsoft Azure
The Past and Future of Authentication – a Recap. And Introducing OneLogin to Authenticate FileMaker Users Wim Decorte, Mar 26, 2020, Soliant Consulting Blog Source: https://www.soliantconsulting.com/blog/onelogin-filemaker-authentication/ In recent months you have seen quite a few blog articles from us around OAuth authentication for various aspects of the FileMaker platform. This blog post introduces a new addendum
Claris Support Source: https://support.claris.com/s/article/Reinstalling-FileMaker-Server-to-troubleshoot-an-issue-1503693085688?language=en_US FileMaker’s Support Methodology identifies the application as a factor to consider when troubleshooting an issue. The most certain way to rule out the Server application is to perform a clean uninstall and reinstall of FileMaker Server. Follow the steps below to completely uninstall FileMaker Server while preserving your settings and data. Table of Contents Backup databasesSave schedulesClose
Interpreting Windows Crash Reports: Diagnosing Issues in FileMaker Server Source: https://www.mbsplugins.de/archive/2019-10-15/Analyzing_crash_dump_files_for/monkeybreadsoftware_blog_filemaker On Windows if an application like FileMaker Server crashes, you’ll find a dmp file for the crash. For example in C:\WINDOWS\MiniDump folder. Once you got the file, you wonder how to read it. It seems like the best was to use WinDbg application from
Tim Neudecker, FileMaker DevCon 2019 Session OverviewWhy Security MattersFileMaker Security Tools Session Overview Tim Neudecker’s session at FileMaker DevCon 2019, titled “How Not to Worry About Security”, emphasized the importance of integrating security into FileMaker applications from the ground up. Security, often considered an afterthought in many development processes, should be the first concern, given