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## Purpose
PatchMon provides centralized patch management across diverse server environments. Agents communicate outbound-only to the PatchMon server, eliminating inbound ports on monitored hosts while delivering comprehensive visibility and safe automation.
## Features
### Users & Authentication
- Multi-user accounts (admin and standard users)
- Email/username-based login
- Optional TwoFactor Authentication (TFA/MFA) with verification flow
- Firsttime admin bootstrap flow (no default credentials; secure setup)
- Selfregistration toggle in settings (enable/disable public signup)
### Roles, Permissions & RBAC
- Builtin roles: `admin`, `user`
- Finegrained permission flags (e.g., view/manage hosts, packages, users, reports, settings)
- Serverside enforcement for protected routes and UI guards per permission
### Dashboard
- Customisable dashboard with peruser card layout and ordering
- Role/permissionaware defaults on first login
- “Reset to Defaults” uses consistent serverprovided defaults
- Cards include: Total Hosts, Needs Updating, UptoDate Hosts, Host Groups, Outdated Packages, Security Updates, Package Priority, Repositories, Users, OS Distribution (pie/bar), Update Status, Recent Collection, Recent Users, Quick Stats
### Hosts & Inventory
- Host inventory with key attributes and OS details
- Host grouping (create and manage host groups)
- OS distribution summaries and visualisations
- Recent telemetry collection indicator
### Packages & Updates
- Package inventory across hosts
- Outdated packages overview and counts
- Security updates highlight
- Update status breakdown (uptodate vs needs updates)
### Repositories
- Repositories per host tracking
- Repository module pages and totals
### Agent & Data Collection
- Outboundonly agent communication (no inbound ports required on hosts)
- Agent version management and script content stored in DB
- Version marking (current/default) with update history
### Settings & Configuration
- Server URL/protocol/host/port
- Update interval and autoupdate toggle
- Public signup toggle and default user role selection
- Repository settings: GitHub repo URL, repository type, SSH key path
- Ratelimit windows and thresholds for API/auth/agent
### Admin & User Management
- Admin user CRUD (create, list, update, delete)
- Password reset (admininitiated)
- Role assignment on user create/update
### Reporting & Analytics
- Dashboard stats and cardlevel metrics
- OS distribution charts (pie/bar)
- Update status and recent activity summaries
### API & Integrations
- REST API under `/api/v1` with JWT auth
- Consistent JSON responses; errors with appropriate status codes
- CORS configured per server settings
### Security
- JWTsecured API with short, scoped tokens
- Permissions enforced serverside on every route
- Rate limiting for general, auth, and agent endpoints
- Outboundonly agent model reduces attack surface
### Deployment & Operations
- Oneline selfhost installer (Ubuntu/Debian)
- Automated provisioning: Node.js, PostgreSQL, nginx
- Prisma migrations and client generation
- systemd service for backend lifecycle
- nginx vhost for frontend + API proxy; optional Lets Encrypt integration
- Consolidated deployment info file with commands and paths
### UX & Frontend
- Vite + React singlepage app
- Protected routes with permission checks
- Theming and modern components (icons, modals, notifications)
### Observability & Logging
- Structured server logs
- Deployment logs copied to instance dir for later review
### RoadReadiness
- Works for internal (HTTP) and public (HTTPS) deployments
- Defaults safe for firsttime setup; admin created interactively
## Communication Model
- Outbound-only agents: servers initiate communication to PatchMon
- No inbound connections required on monitored servers
- Secure server-side API with JWT authentication and rate limiting
## Architecture
- Backend: Node.js/Express + Prisma + PostgreSQL
- Frontend: Vite + React
- Reverse proxy: nginx
- Database: PostgreSQL
- System service: systemd-managed backend
```
+----------------------+ HTTPS +--------------------+ HTTP +------------------------+ TCP +---------------+
| End Users (Browser) | ---------> | nginx | --------> | Backend (Node/Express) | ------> | PostgreSQL |
| Admin UI / Frontend | | serve FE, proxy API| | /api, auth, Prisma | | Database |
+----------------------+ +--------------------+ +------------------------+ +---------------+
Agents (Outbound Only)
+---------------------------+ HTTPS +------------------------+
| Agents on your servers | ----------> | Backend API (/api/v1) |
+---------------------------+ +------------------------+
Operational
- systemd manages backend service
- certbot/nginx for TLS (public)
- setup.sh bootstraps OS, app, DB, config
```
## Getting Started
### PatchMon Cloud (coming soon)
Managed, zero-maintenance PatchMon hosting. Stay tuned.
### Self-hosted Installation
Run on a clean Ubuntu/Debian server with internet access:
```bash
curl -fsSL -o setup.sh https://raw.githubusercontent.com/9technologygroup/patchmon.net/main/setup.sh && chmod +x && bash setup.sh
```
During setup youll be asked:
- Domain/IP: public DNS or local IP (default: `patchmon.internal`)
- SSL/HTTPS: `y` for public deployments with a public IP, `n` for internal networks
- Email: only if SSL is enabled (for Lets Encrypt)
- Git Branch: default is `main` (press Enter)
The script will:
- Install prerequisites (Node.js, PostgreSQL, nginx)
- Clone the repo, install dependencies, build the frontend, run migrations
- Create a systemd service and nginx site vhost config
- Start the service and write a consolidated info file at:
- `/opt/<your-domain>/deployment-info.txt`
- Copies the full installer log to `/opt/<your-domain>/patchmon-install.log` from /var/log/patchmon-install.log
After installation:
- Visit `http(s)://<your-domain>` and complete first-time admin setup
- See all useful info in `deployment-info.txt`
## Support
- Discord: https://discord.gg/S7RXUHwg
- Email: support@patchmon.net
## Roadmap
- PatchMon Cloud (managed offering)
- Additional dashboards and reporting widgets
- More OS distributions and agent enhancements
- Advanced workflow automations and approvals
Roadmap board: https://github.com/users/9technologygroup/projects/1
## Security
- Outbound-only agent communications; no inbound ports on monitored hosts
- JWT-based API auth, rate limiting, role/permission checks
- Follow least-privilege defaults; sensitive operations audited
## Support Methods
- Community: Discord for quick questions and feedback
- Email: SLA-backed assistance for incidents and issues
- GitHub Issues: bug reports and feature requests
## License
AGPLv3 (More information on this soon)
## Links
- Repository: https://github.com/9technologygroup/patchmon.net/
- Raw installer: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/9technologygroup/patchmon.net/main/setup.sh
---
# PatchMon
[![Discord](https://img.shields.io/badge/Discord-Join%20Server-blue?style=for-the-badge&logo=discord)](https://discord.gg/S7RXUHwg)
[![GitHub](https://img.shields.io/badge/GitHub-Repository-black?style=for-the-badge&logo=github)](https://github.com/9technologygroup/patchmon.net)
[![Roadmap](https://img.shields.io/badge/Roadmap-View%20Progress-green?style=for-the-badge&logo=github)](https://github.com/users/9technologygroup/projects/1)
---
## 🤝 Contributing
We welcome contributions from the community! Here's how you can get involved:
### Development Setup
1. **Fork the Repository**
```bash
# Click the "Fork" button on GitHub, then clone your fork
git clone https://github.com/YOUR_USERNAME/patchmon.net.git
cd patchmon.net
```
2. **Create a Feature Branch**
```bash
git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name
# or
git checkout -b fix/your-bug-fix
```
4. **Make Your Changes**
- Write clean, well-documented code
- Follow existing code style and patterns
- Add tests for new functionality
- Update documentation as needed
5. **Test Your Changes**
```bash
# Run backend tests
cd backend
npm test
# Run frontend tests
cd ../frontend
npm test
```
6. **Commit and Push**
```bash
git add .
git commit -m "Add: descriptive commit message"
git push origin feature/your-feature-name
```
7. **Create a Pull Request**
- Go to your fork on GitHub
- Click "New Pull Request"
- Provide a clear description of your changes
- Link any related issues
### Contribution Guidelines
- **Code Style**: Follow the existing code patterns and ESLint configuration
- **Commits**: Use conventional commit messages (feat:, fix:, docs:, etc.)
- **Testing**: Ensure all tests pass and add tests for new features
- **Documentation**: Update README and code comments as needed
- **Issues**: Check existing issues before creating new ones
### Areas We Need Help With
- 🐳 **Docker & Containerization** (led by @Adam20054)
- 🔄 **CI/CD Pipelines** (led by @tigattack)
- 🔒 **Security Improvements** - Security audits, vulnerability assessments, and security feature enhancements
-**Performance for Large Scale Deployments** - Database optimization, caching strategies, and horizontal scaling
- 📚 **Documentation** improvements
- 🧪 **Testing** coverage
- 🌐 **Internationalization** (i18n)
- 📱 **Mobile** responsive improvements
-
---
## 🗺️ Roadmap
Check out our [public roadmap](https://github.com/users/9technologygroup/projects/1) to see what we're working on and what's coming next!
**Upcoming Features:**
- 🐳 Docker Compose deployment
- 🔄 Automated CI/CD pipelines
- 📊 Advanced reporting and analytics
- 🔔 Enhanced notification system
- 📱 Mobile application
- 🔄 Patch management workflows and policies
- 👥 Users inventory management
- 🔍 Services and ports monitoring
- 🖥️ Proxmox integration for auto LXC discovery and registration
- 📧 Notifications via Slack/Email
---
## 🏢 Enterprise & Custom Solutions
### PatchMon Cloud
- **Fully Managed**: We handle all infrastructure and maintenance
- **Scalable**: Grows with your organization
- **Secure**: Enterprise-grade security and compliance
- **Support**: Dedicated support team
### Custom Integrations
- **API Development**: Custom endpoints for your specific needs
- **Third-Party Integrations**: Connect with your existing tools
- **Custom Dashboards**: Tailored reporting and visualization
- **White-Label Solutions**: Brand PatchMon as your own
### Enterprise Deployment
- **On-Premises**: Deploy in your own data center
- **Air-Gapped**: Support for isolated environments
- **Compliance**: Meet industry-specific requirements
- **Training**: Comprehensive team training and onboarding
*Contact us at support@patchmon.net for enterprise inquiries*
---
---
## 📞 Support & Community
### Get Help
- 💬 **Discord Community**: [Join our Discord](https://discord.gg/S7RXUHwg) for real-time support and discussions
- 📧 **Email Support**: support@patchmon.net
- 📚 **Documentation**: Check our wiki and documentation
- 🐛 **Bug Reports**: Use GitHub Issues
### Community
- 🌟 **Star the Project**: Show your support by starring this repository
- 🍴 **Fork & Contribute**: Help improve PatchMon
- 📢 **Share**: Tell others about PatchMon
- 💡 **Feature Requests**: Suggest new features via GitHub Issues
---
## 🙏 Acknowledgments
### Special Thanks
- **Jonathan Higson** - For inspiration, ideas, and valuable feedback
- **@Adam20054** - For working on Docker Compose deployment
- **@tigattack** - For working on GitHub CI/CD pipelines
- **Cloud X** and **Crazy Dead** - For moderating our Discord server and keeping the community awesome
### Contributors
Thank you to all our contributors who help make PatchMon better every day!
## 🔗 Links
- **Website**: [patchmon.net](https://patchmon.net)
- **Discord**: [discord.gg/S7RXUHwg](https://discord.gg/S7RXUHwg)
- **Roadmap**: [GitHub Projects](https://github.com/users/9technologygroup/projects/1)
- **Documentation**: [Coming Soon]
- **Support**: support@patchmon.net
---
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**Made with ❤️ by the PatchMon Team**
[![Discord](https://img.shields.io/badge/Discord-Join%20Server-blue?style=for-the-badge&logo=discord)](https://discord.gg/S7RXUHwg)
[![GitHub](https://img.shields.io/badge/GitHub-Repository-black?style=for-the-badge&logo=github)](https://github.com/9technologygroup/patchmon.net)
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