ColdFusion Server Template (AlmaLinux 10)

January 1, 2026 / Jakob Ward / Comments Off on ColdFusion Server Template (AlmaLinux 10)

This guide extends the AlmaLinux 10 base template for ColdFusion environments using Apache as a reverse proxy in front of Lucee or Adobe ColdFusion.

1. Skip PHP Installation

ColdFusion servers do not require PHP. Do not install PHP or PHP-FPM on this template.

2. Apache Reverse Proxy Configuration

Enable proxy modules:

LoadModule proxy_module modules/mod_proxy.so
LoadModule proxy_http_module modules/mod_proxy_http.so

Example VirtualHost:

<VirtualHost *:80>
  ServerName example.com

  ProxyPreserveHost On
  ProxyPass / http://127.0.0.1:8500/
  ProxyPassReverse / http://127.0.0.1:8500/

  ErrorLog logs/cf-error.log
  CustomLog logs/cf-access.log combined
</VirtualHost>

3. ColdFusion Engine

  • Lucee (recommended for open source deployments)
  • Adobe ColdFusion (licensed installations)

Install and configure the CF engine separately, then proxy traffic through Apache.

4. Database and SELinux

  • MariaDB bound to 127.0.0.1
  • Enable network access:
setsebool -P httpd_can_network_connect 1

5. Final Notes

  • Apache remains the public entry point
  • ColdFusion runs on a private port
  • Clone the VM once proxy and engine are validated
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