How to Resolve IonCube Loader Issues on cPanel/WHM Version 120.0.12 with LiteSpeed

How to Resolve IonCube Loader Issues on cPanel/WHM Version 120.0.12 with LiteSpeed

After upgrading to cPanel/WHM version 120.0.12, you might encounter issues with IonCube Loader, especially if you’re running a LiteSpeed server. Here’s a detailed guide to resolve these issues and get your Softaculous scripts working again.

Step-by-Step Guide

• Identify the Problem If you see errors indicating missing IonCube loader files for PHP 8.3, you’ll need to manually install the correct loader.
• Download IonCube Loaders First, download the IonCube loaders for your operating system:

  wget https://downloads.ioncube.com/loader_downloads/ioncube_loaders_lin_x86-64.tar.gz

• Extract the LoadersExtract the downloaded archive:

  tar -xzvf ioncube_loaders_lin_x86-64.tar.gz

  4. Copy the Loader to the Appropriate Directory Copy the necessary IonCube loader to the correct directory:

  cp ioncube/ioncube_loader_lin_8.3.so /usr/local/cpanel/3rdparty/php/unversioned/ioncube/

  5. Verify the Loader Installation

  Ensure the loader file is in place:

  ls /usr/local/cpanel/3rdparty/php/unversioned/ioncube/ioncube_loader_lin_8.3.so

  6. Restart cPanel Services

  Restart the cPanel service to apply changes:

  /usr/local/cpanel/scripts/restartsrv_cpsrvd

  7.  Check for Errors

  Verify if the error persists by checking the cPanel error log:

  tail -f /usr/local/cpanel/logs/error_log

Additional Troubleshooting

If you continue to face issues, ensure the correct permissions are set for the loader file and verify the zend_extension directive in the php.ini file. If necessary, consult cPanel or IonCube support for more specific guidance.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can resolve IonCube Loader issues on cPanel/WHM version 120.0.12 with LiteSpeed. This solution ensures your Softaculous scripts run smoothly, maintaining optimal performance for your web hosting services.

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