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Version: V12

How to Use Custom Headers for Enhanced Security in VIDIZMO

Introduction​

Custom Headers feature enhances the security of your portal by enabling users to easily add, modify, and delete headers based on their specific security needs. This guide provides step-by-step instructions to help you maximize the benefits of Custom Headers within VIDIZMO, allowing you to strengthen the security of your platform effectively.

Prerequisite​

Before you begin, ensure that you are part of a group with the Custom Response Header Management feature permission enabled.

Accessing the Custom Headers Screen​

  1. Select the navigation menu.
  2. Go to Admin > Control Panel.
  3. Go to Security > Custom Headers.

Understanding Pre-configured Headers​

Users can access a list of pre-configured headers within the Custom Headers screen. To utilize these pre-configured headers, you can easily do so by inputting their designated key-value pairs from the provided list. The corresponding Actions for each pre-configured header are clearly defined.

The pre-configured headers provided in this system offer essential security measures and cannot be modified or removed, ensuring robust application security and data protection.

Adding Custom Headers​

To add a custom header:

  1. Go to the Custom Headers screen. Enter the key and value for the custom header in the designated fields.
  2. Select Add to List to include the custom header.
  3. Select Update to add the custom header to the list.

Before proceeding, it is important to fully comprehend the purpose and potential implications of adding the custom header. It is advisable to consult with your security team or refer to relevant security guidelines for guidance.

Editing an Existing Custom Header​

To edit an existing custom header:

  1. Locate the header you wish to modify within the Custom Headers screen.
  2. Select the Edit button associated with the header.
  3. Modify the name or value of the header according to your requirements.
  4. Select the Tick button to confirm and update the header.
  5. Select Update to save the changes.

The following steps are for editing user-input custom headers only, not for modifying or removing the pre-configured headers provided in the system.

Deleting Headers​

To remove a custom header:

  1. Access the Custom Headers screen and locate the specific header you intend to remove.
  2. Select the Delete button associated with that header to initiate its removal.
  3. Select Update to save the changes.

Exercise caution and ensure that you are confident in your decision to delete the header. Understand the potential implications this action may have on your portal's security and functionality. Proceed with the removal only when you are fully aware of the consequences.

Testing and Verifying Headers​

After configuring the custom headers, it is essential to test and verify their effectiveness:

  1. Right-click on the webpage and select Inspect to open the browser's developer tools.
  2. In the developer tools panel, select the Network tool.
  3. Navigate to the Headers section within the network tool.
  4. Verify that the added header is present in the Header section, confirming its inclusion in the requests and responses.

This testing process verifies the presence and functionality of the added header in the network.

To enhance security, you can effectively utilize the Custom Headers feature in VIDIZMO by following these steps. Whether using pre-configured headers or creating custom ones to suit your specific security requirements, it's crucial to exercise caution and fully comprehend the implications of each header.

For a better understanding of the feature, please refer to our article Enhancing Security with Custom Headers in VIDIZMO.

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