With CSF shutting down soon and no more updates expected, I'm in need of a good replacement option. I've really appreciated how easy CSF was to install and manage, especially its ability to handle and block hacking and brute force attempts effortlessly. I'm seeking something similar that can be installed on my servers, as I don't use cPanel or any similar platform. Any recommendations?
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Have you tried Googling for alternatives? It might yield some results, but just be cautious about any unverified sources.
Haha, I thought you were talking about cerebrospinal fluid for a second! If you’re looking specifically for firewall solutions, definitely check out the official CSF site for any updates or discussions before it completely closes down.
Right now, there aren't really any strong alternatives, but folks are discussing open sourcing CSF. That said, someone trustworthy would have to take it over to ensure safety—no need to trust random GitHub users. For the moment, you can keep using CSF. Just save the installer, and make sure to disable automatic updates since the domain is set to expire next year, which could lead to a security risk.
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