eBook: The Definitive Guide to Container Security

From basic to advanced: Everything you need to secure your containers.

Securing your containerized applications is a critical component of maintaining the integrity, confidentiality and availability of your services in the cloud. Whether you’re new to containers or a cloud-native veteran, The Definitive Guide to Container Security is your essential resource for understanding, implementing and mastering security in a containerized environment. With in-depth insights and practical advice, this e-book empowers developers, DevOps, cloud teams and security professionals to effectively protect their cloud-native applications.

Your Comprehensive Guide for Container Security

Explore the foundational aspects of container technology and learn why it's a pivotal part of modern cloud-native application deployments. In part one, we lay out the groundwork for understanding container environments and their inherent advantages over traditional virtual machines:

• Why containers? Learn the significant benefits of containerization, including efficiency and scalability;
• Navigate the key decisions involved in migrating to containerized applications, including architecture and migration strategies;
• Explore how containerization enhances operational efficiency and application performance;
• Get a clear understanding of container components, infrastructure and types, along with an up-close look at Kubernetes® ecosystems.

Advanced Security Strategies for Containers

Advance your knowledge with detailed discussions on securing every layer of your containerized environment. From the host operating system to intricate Kubernetes configurations, part two of this expansive guide equips you with the tools to build a solid security framework:

• Discover best practices for securing the host OS and managing network security within containerized environments;
• Learn about runtime security, compliance standards and how to implement them effectively;
• Gain a deep understanding of Kubernetes' built-in security features and how to optimize them for your organization.

Filled with best practices, tools and strategies to ensure rigorous security measures across your container deployments, The Definitive Guide to Container Security is a must-have for developers and security teams tasked with safeguarding containerized environments.