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  1. durangod

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    I was reading this

    EasyApache mod_security Module

    and i can see where the OWASP table is reserved.


    I downloaded the new version owasp from here 2.2.9-5

    https://www.owasp.org/index.php/Category:OWASP_ModSecurity_Core_Rule_Set_Project


    But then i thought, does a new install of WHM and Cpanel come with the rules already or do i need to install them. Its not real clear and i dont want to install that if the owasp rules are already there.

    There is nothing on the mod security page so im assuming they are not but i wanted to ask.

    Do i need to install that owasp version according to thier install file directions? Or it looks like i can just copy the rules right into the text area? Or choose default configuration? How do i apply the install to the ranges reserved?
     
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    cPanel & WHM does not currently install with anything besides very very basic Mod Security rules.

    You can find our up to date documentation on Mod Security here: http://documentation.cpanel.net/display/EA/Apache+Module%3A+ModSecurity

    You can put the rules that you want to use directly into the text area in the ModSecurity plugin interface. If you click "default configuration," it removes any rules that you have added.
     
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    Thanks so much, the default is good for now as a base just until im ready to do more right. The default is safe enough and generic enough to start with right?
     
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    The 'default' rules that we provide with ModSecurity are *very* basic and will not provide significant protection if someone attempts to attack your server. There are other methods of security, you'll have to pick the best ones for your circumstance and server configuration.

    In general, I would recommend having rules in addition to the default ones. You may find more information from OWASP or any of the other groups that provide ModSecurity rules.
     
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    ok thanks, i am running config server firewall also.. I just needed a starting point is all.. Basic is ok with me until i am able to add more rules. thanks so much :)
     
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