I’ve seen our security mindset evolve from building a fortress around a data center to securing a border less, multi-layered cloud environment. The old approach of using fragmented, point-in-time tools is no longer tenable. To effectively protect modern cloud infrastructure, you must understand its layers and adopt a cohesive, layered security strategy. Think of your Read More …
Tag: Kubernetes
Navigating the Kubernetes Threat Landscape
The escalating adoption of Kubernetes and containerized assets has introduced complex security challenges, making anomaly detection difficult due to their highly dynamic nature. Microsoft Threat Intelligence reveals a concerning trend: attackers are increasingly exploiting unsecured workload identities to infiltrate these environments. A striking 51% of workload identities were inactive in the past year, representing a Read More …
Measuring ROI for Container Deployments
To ensure a positive return on investment (ROI) from container deployments, organizations must build a comprehensive business case that evaluates both costs and potential benefits. Key benefits include enhanced developer productivity, which can be measured annually on a per-developer basis. Additionally, an agile continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) environment can be assessed through metrics such as Read More …
Key Use Cases for Containers and Kubernetes
Containers and Kubernetes serve various use cases that enhance application development and deployment. One prominent use case is microservices architecture, where independent and loosely coupled application components are orchestrated effectively. Containers and Kubernetes provide a robust foundation for microservices, enabling scaling, self-healing, and service isolation. Additionally, containers act as enablers for DevOps practices by facilitating Read More …
Navigating the Challenges of Containers and Kubernetes Deployment
Containers and Kubernetes present several limitations and challenges that organizations must consider. One significant issue is platform complexity. While these technologies are versatile, they are not always necessary for every application. For instance, using Kubernetes to orchestrate static Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) applications can be excessive, as the complexity of Kubernetes may outweigh any potential business Read More …
The Key Benefits of Containers and Kubernetes for Organizations
Unlocking Efficiency Containers and Kubernetes offer numerous advantages for organizations, significantly enhancing application development and deployment processes. One of the primary benefits is agile application development, as containers simplify packaging and facilitate rapid deployment. This allows for frequent application builds, quick software releases, and granular rollbacks, ultimately improving top-line growth and customer experience. Another key Read More …
Kubernetes Ingress Controller’s fake certificate
A Kubernetes Ingress Controller’s fake certificate is a security issue because it’s a self-signed certificate, which is not trusted by web browsers or other clients. This means that users will encounter certificate warnings or errors when trying to access your application, and the Ingress Controller is not providing secure communication. Here’s why it’s a problem: Not Trusted: Read More …
A Beginner’s Guide to Containers and Kubernetes in IT
What Are Containers and Kubernetes? Imagine you’re moving. Instead of packing individual items loosely, you put everything for your kitchen into one box, label it, and seal it. That’s essentially what a container does for software. It packages an application and all its dependencies (like libraries and settings) into a single, isolated unit. This ensures Read More …
Notes :: Kubernetes
Key topics include: Traditional vs. Kubernetes Challenges: Comparing the challenges of managing applications in traditional virtual machine environments versus containerized Kubernetes environments. Kubernetes Fundamentals: Defining Kubernetes, its origins, why it’s used, and key concepts like cluster architecture, API server, nodes, pods, and network policies. Kubernetes Security Fundamentals: Discussing control plane and data plane protection, including API protection, encryption, Read More …
Docker for IT Professionals
Docker containers has moved beyond a buzzword to become a cornerstone of modern infrastructure and software deployment. At its core, Docker addresses long-standing challenges in application portability, dependency management, and environmental consistency, offering a totally new way to approach to how we build, ship, and run software. Historically, the phrase “it works on my machine” Read More …