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Version: 2.15.0

Filecloud

To configure Filecloud and integrate it with the Glasswall Halo ICAP server, follow this configuration guide.

Note: This guide is based on Filecloud version 23.1 and outlines the essential steps for integrating it with the Glasswall Halo ICAP server. For more detailed information, refer to the Filecloud documentation.

Prerequisites

Before beginning the integration process, ensure the following prerequisites are met.

1. Filecloud

Ensure that Filecloud is installed and that the license is activated.

2. Glasswall Halo ICAP server

Confirm that the Halo ICAP server is installed and properly licensed. For guidance on installation and configuration, refer to:

  • Quick start guide for Glasswall Halo ICAP server
  • Instructions for installing or upgrading the Halo ICAP server
  • Configuration guide for Halo ICAP server

Verify that the Halo ICAP server has a valid license to operate effectively. For information on license configuration, refer to the licensing section in the Halo ICAP server documentation.

3. Web browser access

Ensure you have web browser access to the Filecloud admin portal. This guide assumes that Filecloud has already been set up and initially configured. Refer to the Filecloud documentation for instructions on accessing the admin portal.

Integration steps

To integrate Filecloud with the Glasswall Halo ICAP server, follow these steps.

1. Access the Filecloud admin portal

  • Open your preferred web browser and navigate to the Filecloud admin portal.

2. Navigate to settings

  • In the left hand navigation panel, select Settings.

3. Select third party integrations

  • Click the Third Party Integrations tab.

4. Configure ICAP antivirus settings

  • Under the Anti-virus section, choose ICAP A from the drop down menu in the Anti-virus Type field.

5. Fill in the required fields

  • Server local IP address: Typically, you can leave this as the default value 0.0.0.0. If you have a dedicated Filecloud policy with ICAP, enter the private LAN IP address of your Filecloud server. Refer to the Filecloud documentation for more details.
  • ICAP remote hostname: Enter the IP address or hostname of your Halo ICAP server.
  • ICAP port: The default port for ICAP traffic is 1344. Ensure this is set correctly.

6. Enable secure ICAP if applicable

  • If your ICAP server uses SSL or TLS, select the Secure ICAP checkbox to enable secure communication.

7. Set file size limit

  • The default file size limit for scanning is set to 100 MB. Adjust this value if you need to scan larger files.

8. Specify the ICAP service name

  • Enter req-CDR-service as the ICAP service name.

Requests follow the following URL structure:

icap://${SERVER_IP}:${SERVER_PORT}/req-cdr-service?profile=default

You can use a custom ICAP profile if required.

9. Configure debug logging

  • If you require debug logging, enable this option for troubleshooting purposes.

10. Save and test the configuration

  • Click Save to apply the settings.
  • To verify the integration, click the "ICAP Test" button at the top of the page.

By following these steps, you can successfully integrate Filecloud with the Glasswall Halo ICAP server, enabling advanced file scanning and security capabilities. For additional configuration options and troubleshooting guidance, refer to the Glasswall Halo ICAP server documentation.