Web Application proxy

Suleman Fasasi 0 Reputation points
2025-12-11T13:40:41.92+00:00

What are questions to customer to understand in details the issue with when downloading DOCX files that have names containing Polish special characters, the download completes successfully, but the file is saved with the name Download.aspx. However, once it is renamed, it becomes a normal DOCX file.

On the internal network, everything works without any issues. This situation only occurs when we are outside the network and the traffic passes through the AWAP. You can check an example using the following link: [Download with Polish special characters]: (https://www.ourjm.com/Portal/Url.aspx?id=2aed8211-5853-4f0f-80c3-c614a524dc67)

Interestingly, if we upload the same file but without Polish special characters, the issue does not occur and everything works correctly. This case can be verified using the following link: [Download without Polish special characters] (https://www.ourjm.com/Portal/Url.aspx?id=d99f29d6-7c25-41d7-ae44-d9816cbed9ae)

Azure Web PubSub
Azure Web PubSub

An Azure service that provides real-time messaging for web applications using WebSockets and the publish-subscribe pattern.

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    2025-12-11T13:41:55.63+00:00

    To understand the issue with downloading DOCX files that have names containing Polish special characters, consider asking the customer the following questions:

    1. Network Configuration: Can you describe the network configuration when accessing the application outside the internal network? Are there any specific firewall or proxy settings in place?
    2. Browser Behavior: Which browser are you using to download the files? Have you tried different browsers to see if the issue persists?
    3. File Naming Conventions: Are there any specific naming conventions or restrictions in place for files uploaded to the system? How are Polish special characters handled in other parts of the application?
    4. Error Messages: Are there any error messages or warnings displayed during the download process? If so, what do they say?
    5. Testing Environment: Have you tested the download process with different user accounts or devices outside the network? Does the issue occur consistently across all tests?
    6. Logs and Monitoring: Are there any logs available from the AWAP or the application that might provide insight into the download process? Have you checked for any anomalies during the download attempt?
    7. File Size and Content: Is there a difference in file size or content between the files that work and those that do not?
    8. Caching Issues: Have you cleared your browser cache or tried downloading the file in incognito mode to rule out caching issues?
    9. AWAP Configuration: Are there any specific configurations or settings in the Azure Web Application Proxy that might affect file downloads, especially for files with special characters in their names?
    10. User Permissions: Are there any permission settings that might affect the ability to download files with special characters in their names?

    These questions can help gather more context and pinpoint the cause of the issue when downloading files with Polish special characters.


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