Envoy Filter Chain Mismatch
The filter chain does not match the incoming request due to incorrect configuration.
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What is
Envoy Filter Chain Mismatch
?
Understanding Envoy Proxy
Envoy is a high-performance, open-source edge and service proxy designed for cloud-native applications. It acts as a communication bus and universal data plane designed for large microservice architectures. Envoy's primary purpose is to abstract the network and provide a consistent interface for service-to-service communication.
Identifying the Symptom: Filter Chain Mismatch
When using Envoy, you might encounter a 'Filter Chain Mismatch' error. This issue typically manifests when the incoming request does not match any of the configured filter chains, leading to unexpected behavior or dropped requests.
Common Observations
- Requests are not reaching the intended service.
- Unexpected 404 or 503 errors.
- Logs indicating a filter chain mismatch.
Exploring the Root Cause
The 'Filter Chain Mismatch' error usually arises from a misconfiguration in the filter chain setup. Envoy uses filter chains to determine how to handle incoming connections based on criteria such as IP address, port, and protocol. If none of the filter chains match the incoming request's attributes, Envoy cannot process the request correctly.
Configuration Issues
- Incorrect IP address or port specification.
- Mismatched protocol settings (e.g., HTTP vs. HTTPS).
- Missing or incorrect SNI (Server Name Indication) configuration.
Steps to Resolve the Filter Chain Mismatch
Resolving a filter chain mismatch involves reviewing and correcting the filter chain configuration to ensure it aligns with the expected request patterns.
Step 1: Review Filter Chain Configuration
Begin by examining your Envoy configuration file to identify the filter chains. Ensure that each filter chain has the correct match criteria for your expected traffic. You can find more details on filter chain configuration in the Envoy documentation.
Step 2: Validate IP and Port Settings
Check that the IP addresses and ports specified in your filter chains match those used by incoming requests. Use tools like curl or telnet to verify connectivity:
curl -v http://your-envoy-address:port
Step 3: Check Protocol and SNI Configuration
Ensure that the protocol settings (HTTP/HTTPS) are correct and that SNI is configured if necessary. For HTTPS, verify that the correct certificates are in place and that the SNI matches the request's hostname.
Step 4: Test and Monitor
After making changes, test the configuration by sending requests that match the expected patterns. Monitor Envoy logs for any remaining issues. You can use Envoy's admin interface to access logs and statistics.
Conclusion
By carefully reviewing and adjusting your filter chain configuration, you can resolve filter chain mismatches and ensure that Envoy correctly handles incoming requests. For further assistance, consider reaching out to the Envoy community forums.
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Envoy Filter Chain Mismatch
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