ipfilterHTX is an advanced blocklist file protection system designed to enhance the security of web servers and websites by leveraging the robust capabilities of ipfilterX. This innovative solution effectively shields against a wide range of online threats, including:
#Brute Force Attackers
#Serial DDoS Attackers
#Aggressive Robots, Bad Bots, and Crawlers
#Spammers
Additionally, ipfilterHTX includes optimized strings tailored for popular content management systems (CMS) like WordPress and Joomla. These strings are widely recognized for their effectiveness in thwarting intrusion scans and preempting hacking attempts. Designed for compatibility with Apache web servers, ipfilterHTX can also be easily converted for use with Nginx servers.
Available on SourceForge, and included in any ipfilterX subscription.
[ipfilterX – Tools on Sourceforge Webpage]
#Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.)
1. Will ipfilterHTX completely ban an enemy from reaching my website?
ipfilterHTX utilizes .htaccess deny rules to block visitors from banned IPs. While these deny rules effectively reject requests from blocked IPs, it is important to note that a blocked IP may still reach your server through methods like pinging. Visitors from denied IPs will encounter a “Forbidden” 403 error instead of the usual web pages.
2. Are all ipfilterX IP ranges banned in ipfilterHTX?
No, ipfilterHTX is designed to avoid overloading your website with an extensive .htaccess file, which can slow down performance due to the number of rules processed for each page delivery. Instead, ipfilterHTX focuses on blocking the most persistent and disruptive IPs.
3. Why shouldn’t we use free deny rules available on some websites?
Similar to the drawbacks of using bloated, outdated blocklists, relying on free deny rules can lead to inefficiencies. Many of these lists are not regularly updated and may originate from sources that have long since lost relevance, making them less effective in providing robust security.