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# Operating system security

# Operating system security {#ariaid-title1}

* Freigeben Version: Australia
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* Aktualisiert 12. März 2026
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 Minute Lesedauer

Learn how the
MID
Server stores its ServiceNow AI Platform username and password in its configuration file, named
`config.xml`, for secure authentication to the
instance.
The MID Server must be deployed in a secure and hardened operating system for protection against unauthorized access to the credentials:

* Limit the access to the operating system to a few, trusted administrators.
* Monitor the operating system logs to detect any unauthorized access, particularly attempts to access the config.xml file, as this file contains important MID Server configuration information.
* Install operating system security patches regularly with the latest anti-virus software and update AV definitions regularly.
* The MID Server requires a current Java framework to run. Keep Java updated regularly.
* Remove or disable unnecessary services and applications.
* Install an OS firewall to limit access to unauthorized ports.
* Follow the security guidelines published in the operating system hardening guides from the vendors.
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