Overview
The Coalesce Adobe ColdFusion Enterprise on Hardened Linux images are optimized for migrating and re-platforming critical workloads to AWS. This AMI is hardened, configured, and ready to deploy and manage with AWS automation tools.
Each AMI is enhanced for highly regulated and security sensitive organizations. Hardening steps have been applied that were derived from the associated Linux CIS Benchmark Level 1 and Adobe ColdFusion Lockdown Guide.
Adobe ColdFusion on Amazon Web Services is a high performing application server that lets enterprises develop, design, and deploy web and cloud-native applications to gain a competitive advantage and drive business growth. ColdFusion's native integration with Amazon Web Services allows you to quickly leverage the power of AWS services either on-premise or on the cloud. Easily identify and eliminate performance bottlenecks anywhere with the Performance Monitoring Toolset.
Benefits:
Adobe ColdFusion's integration with Amazon Web Services lets you access multi-cloud services with the same syntax and talk to different databases with a single line of code. For starters, with AWS, you can eliminate high upfront costs with ease, and scale resources on-demand as and when you need. You can also switch between multiple cloud providers without having to rewrite your application, each time. Finally, AWS lets you deploy applications without purchasing the software or investing in any hardware - making faster-time-to-market a reality! Amazon Web Services is the key to building great applications by just coding once, integrating faster, and deploying anywhere.
Trust a battle-tested, high-performing application server that simplifies web and mobile application development. Seamlessly utilize services on the Cloud with tools that let you manage infrastructure and reduce downtime.
Highlights
- Reduce your organization's time, cost, and risk by using a hardened and AWS-ready server built by Coalesce.
- Hardened using the Adobe ColdFusion Lockdown tool and configured based on the associated Linux CIS Level 1 OS benchmark.
- Make your application resilient by deploying in an Auto Scaling group using the installed package of tools.
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m7a.large Recommended | $0.62 |
m6idn.2xlarge | $1.12 |
r7i.large | $0.62 |
m6id.large | $0.62 |
m6i.xlarge | $0.62 |
m7i-flex.4xlarge | $2.48 |
i4i.xlarge | $0.62 |
m6idn.4xlarge | $2.12 |
m7i.xlarge | $0.62 |
t3.xlarge | $0.62 |
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Delivery details
64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
An AMI is a virtual image that provides the information required to launch an instance. Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud) instances are virtual servers on which you can run your applications and workloads, offering varying combinations of CPU, memory, storage, and networking resources. You can launch as many instances from as many different AMIs as you need.
Version release notes
ColdFusion (2025 Release) Update 4 JRE 21.0.7
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Usage instructions
Launch an EC2 Instance with the metadata IMDSv2 set to optional. After launching the AMI on an EC2 Instance, if you have network access to the instance over port 22, connect to it using a Secure Shell (SSH) client by right clicking the instance in the EC2 console and selecting Connect. SSH into the instance with the username "ec2-user" with the KeyPair you associated with the instance. Alternatively, you can connect using Session Manager instead of using an SSH client. The default CF administrator password is set to the EC2 Instance ID. Please refer to https://coalesce-awsmarketplace.s3.amazonaws.com/cf/linux/Coalesce_CF_Linux_Hardened_AWS_202401v1.pdf for further information.
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Vendor support
For support concerning the server, please contact Coalesce at support@coalescesolutions.com .
For support concerning ColdFusion, please contact cfsup@adobe.com .
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AWS Support is a one-on-one, fast-response support channel that is staffed 24x7x365 with experienced and technical support engineers. The service helps customers of all sizes and technical abilities to successfully utilize the products and features provided by Amazon Web Services.


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Faced complex configuration and dashboard limitations but benefited from fast delivery and strong integration
What is our primary use case?
Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion is our main solution for Windows systems, and we also use it for Linux systems. We have been using it since 2020, and the integration is excellent throughout our organization.We use Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion in an Agile context as we follow Agile methodologies. In the enterprise context, it enables rapid web and cloud-native application development with powerful built-in functions including PDF generation, RESTful API management, and native Graph Query Language support. It also provides seamless integration with AWS cloud services and is beneficial for our multi-cloud strategies.Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion helps us centralize multi-server settings for consistent management across our infrastructure.
What is most valuable?
Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion offers exceptional features. The first feature I appreciate most is the SSO integration, which supports seamless admin access via LDAP and SAML. Additionally, the new PDF engine generates pixel-perfect PDFs with modern CSS and SVG graphics along with media embedding, which is quite advanced. Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion's native Graph Query Language client helps us simplify API data interactions and aids cloud service integration. Alongside AWS compatibility, it is also compatible with Google and Azure , enhancing security with encryption and Java library updates, along with ongoing bug fixes.The SSO integration and PDF engine provide significant value to my organization, particularly during data sharing in the form of pixel-perfect PDFs. Whenever we share internal information between different branches such as testing and development, the data ranges from 1 TB to 10 TB, sometimes up to 25 TB. If the data is not crystal clear, it may cause problems or even code breakage. Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion provides pixel-perfect PDFs with dynamic modern CSS and SVG graphics and media embedding, which is beneficial while sharing data.The performance monitoring tool is an exceptionally helpful aspect of Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion as it prevents any performance bottlenecks in high-load scenarios and environments.
What needs improvement?
Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion provides a better solution than competitors; however, I suggest that the configuration process may be complex for initial users. The dashboard can be enhanced for multi-instance management, and more offline debugging capabilities can be introduced.New users may struggle with complex configuration wizards. I would appreciate dashboards that resemble popular technology such as Power BI dashboards for managing multiple tasks simultaneously in one place. I suggest reducing the learning curve so that anyone attempting to use Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion can do so easily.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion for almost four years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion is stable, and we have not experienced any glitches or crashes. It is definitely a scalable solution.
How are customer service and support?
Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion's customer support is excellent. Last week we encountered a problem with some updates, and they resolved the issue within 30 minutes of our contact. I would rate the customer support of Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion a 10.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
How was the initial setup?
Deploying Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion in our environment was straightforward. We had a team of multiple senior people who were already familiar with it from previous use, which made deployment seamless for us.The configuration process is also excellent, and we have no concerns regarding Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion.
What was our ROI?
The delivery speed increased by 37%, and the time saved is around 38%. Additionally, the reliability has improved by 28.5%.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion's metering and billing experience is excellent. The cost is competitive compared to other solutions in the market such as Microsoft ASP.NETÂ Core, PHP with Laravel, or Python with Django or Flask, making it superior in terms of cost and billing.We have been using Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion for four years, maintaining our subscription and saving approximately 30-40% due to our contract with them. The licensing supports deployment in cloud and container environments with flexible options for scaling usage efficiently, and we are very satisfied with this solution.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We evaluated other solutions including ColdBox, Laravel, and Django Suite before choosing Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion.
What other advice do I have?
Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion helps during data sharing in the form of pixel-perfect PDFs. Whenever we share internal information between different branches such as testing and development, the data ranges from 1 TB to 10 TB, sometimes up to 25 TB. If the data is not crystal clear, it may cause problems or even code breakage.Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion integrates exceptionally with other AWS services we use. The integration is impressive, and we are satisfied with the cross-functional environment support.Coalesce Solutions Adobe ColdFusion is an excellent solution for Windows, enabling rapid, secure, and scalable web application development and deployment with multi-cloud integration capabilities. I would recommend giving it a try, as it is backed by Adobe, and we have not encountered any problems. I give this solution a rating of 4.
Best ColdFusion AMI
I had an amazing experience with this company! The customer service was top-notch, and the product exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality product and excellent service. Got an immediate support from the team for critical ColdFusion language support issue.
Coldfusion Deployment on AWS made easy
Coalesce takes a solid hardened server image with CF installed and packaged in a convenient AMI. This allows for simple scaling and deployment in any region without having to manage or worry about licensing. Highly recommended if you are looking to move your CF environment into AWS!