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How to add third-party software into CageFS?

To add third-party software to CageFS, you'll need to follow these general steps:

  1. Install the Software:

    Begin by installing the third-party software on your server. Make sure it's installed in a location that CageFS will be able to access.

  2. Create CageFS Skeleton Directory:

    If the software requires files to be added to the CageFS skeleton, create a directory for it. This could be done in /usr/share/cagefs-skeleton:

    bash

 

  • sudo mkdir -p /usr/share/cagefs-skeleton/usr/local/third_party_software
  • Copy Files into the Skeleton Directory:

    Move the necessary files and directories from the installed location into the CageFS skeleton directory:

    bash
  • sudo cp -R /path/to/third_party_software /usr/share/cagefs-skeleton/usr/local/

    Replace /path/to/third_party_software with the actual path where the software is installed.

  • Rebuild CageFS:

    After making changes to the CageFS skeleton, you need to rebuild CageFS for the changes to take effect:

    bash

 

  1. cagefsctl --remount-all
  2. Update CageFS Configuration (if needed):

    If the third-party software requires additional configurations within CageFS, you may need to update CageFS configurations accordingly.

  3. Check CageFS Environment:

    Create a new CageFS user or use an existing one and verify that they can access and use the third-party software within their CageFS environment.

Please note that adding third-party software to CageFS can introduce security risks if not properly managed. Ensure that the software is secure, up to date, and doesn't compromise the isolation provided by CageFS.

Always make sure you have backups available before making significant modifications to your server configuration. If you're unsure about any of the steps, consider seeking advice from your hosting provider or system administrator.

 
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