Kubernetes Security
Kubernetes Security refers to the practices, tools, and configurations used to protect Kubernetes clusters, workloads, and data from threats and vulnerabilities. It encompasses securing the control plane, worker nodes, container images, network policies, and runtime environments. This involves implementing authentication, authorization, encryption, and monitoring to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of applications running on Kubernetes.
Developers should learn Kubernetes Security to build and deploy resilient, compliant applications in production environments, as Kubernetes' default configurations are often permissive and can expose risks like unauthorized access or data breaches. It is essential for use cases in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare) and cloud-native deployments where securing microservices, APIs, and sensitive data is critical. Mastering this skill helps prevent incidents like container escapes, privilege escalations, and network attacks.