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Apache Guacamole behind Reverse Proxy

Guacamole is an open-source remote desktop gateway. It helps connect with remote desktops easily. By running Guacamole behind a reverse proxy we can boost security, scalability, and flexibility.

Today, we are going to take a look at how to configure Guacamole and a reverse proxy server for a smoother integration.

1. To begin with, we need to enable certain Apache2 modules and set up SSL with these commands:

   

2. Now, we have to add proxy settings to default-ssl.conf. So, open the default-ssl.conf file and add this code snippet within the VirtualHost section:

   

3. Then, restart Apache to apply the changes:

   

After the configuration is complete, we can go to https://[apache server]/guacamole to test the setup.

How to Handle WebSockets

Did you know that Guacamole relies on WebSockets for real-time communication?

So, we have to make sure our reverse proxy is configured to handle WebSocket connections. This is key for smooth interactions between the client browser and the remote desktop.

Furthermore, we need security measures at the reverse proxy level, including access control, rate limiting, and intrusion detection. This will protect Guacamole from potential attacks.

Benefits of Running Guacamole Behind a Reverse Proxy<s/trong>

• The reverse proxy acts as a barrier. It hides the backend server’s details and adds an extra layer of security.
• Deploying Guacamole across multiple servers or containers becomes easy with a reverse proxy. It helps with horizontal scaling, improves performance, and handles growing user demands.
• Additionally, the reverse proxy can handle tasks like load balancing, caching, and SSL termination.

Let us know in the comments if you need further help with running Guacamole behind a reverse proxy.

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Conclusion

In brief, our Support Experts demonstrated how to set up Apache Guacamole behind Reverse Proxy.