AuthPAM and forcing SSL
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Here's an easy way to force SSL for a page. Just put this in a .htaccess file in the directory you want to SSL protect.
SSLOptions +StrictRequire SSLRequireSSL ErrorDocument 403 https://antiflux.org/path/to/whatever
The 403 redirect isn't perfect because people could be denied access for reasons other than attempting non-SSL access, but it works and it's very easy. SSL is essential when using AuthPAM to authenticate system accounts.
AuthPAM_Enabled On AuthType Basic AuthName "secure area" require valid-user
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