How to Build a Tough NGINX Server in 15 Steps | UpGuard

This document provides a 15-step checklist for securely deploying and operating nginx, emphasizing containerization, removal of unused modules, regular updates, and SELinux hardening. It details robust SSL/TLS practices (sitewide HTTPS, disabling weak ciphers, custom DH params, HSTS), server exposure reduction (disabling server_tokens), traffic and method controls (blocking certain user-agents, limiting HTTP methods, connection and buffer limits), and client-side protections (X-XSS-Protection headers). It concludes by stressing continuous configuration testing and visibility to ensure consistency and compliance across environments.