Security Configuration

Helix comes with reasonable security defaults, but you should consider the following for production deployments:

Network Security

• Restrict access to the API port (default 8080) using firewall rules
• Use HTTPS in production with valid certificates
• Consider placing Helix behind a reverse proxy like Nginx or Caddy

Authentication

• Change default passwords immediately after installation
• Use strong, unique passwords for all accounts
• Enable two-factor authentication where possible
• Regularly rotate API keys and tokens

Data Protection

• Regularly backup your data and test restoration procedures
• Encrypt sensitive data at rest
• Monitor access logs for suspicious activity
• Apply security updates promptly

Container Security

• Run containers with non-root users where possible
• Regularly update base images
• Scan images for vulnerabilities
• Limit container privileges and capabilities

For more detailed security guidance, refer to the Security Best Practices documentation.