Built-in CODE server triggers mod-evasive

I installed the built-in CODE server in Nextcloud to try to simplify my systems management. I was able to get one document up, but any further attempts to open any document resulted in “Server has disconnected.” and a “You has left.” messages.

After some troubleshooting, I tracked it down to using the mod-evasive module in my Apache installation. When I turned off mod-evasive, it worked fine.

Has anyone else encountered this? Is there any way to get around it, mod-evasive is very helpful to swat away annoyances for other things trying to go after my server.

I tried submitting this as a bug to the CODE folks (https://github.com/CollaboraOnline/richdocumentscode), but the respose was:

“This channel (here) is intended for reporting bugs in the Built-in CO app itself that require developer attention, not technical support or general troubleshooting.”

I’ve already done the troubleshooting. Nothing else I serve triggers mod-evasive.