Container Image Security Scanning
Integrate image scanning tools into your CI/CD pipeline to identify vulnerabilities in Docker images.
Why Scan Container Images?
Container images are the foundation of modern applications. Just like any software, they can contain hidden security flaws. Image scanning is a crucial practice to find these flaws before you deploy your applications.
It helps ensure that the software you're running is secure and free from known vulnerabilities.
Hidden Dangers in Images
What kind of vulnerabilities might lurk in your container images?
- Outdated Base Images: Using old versions of operating systems (like Ubuntu or Alpine) that have known security bugs.
- Vulnerable Libraries: Any additional software packages or dependencies you install in your image might have security flaws (CVEs).
- Misconfigurations: While scanning primarily targets known CVEs, improper settings can also introduce risks.
All lessons in this course
- Container Image Security Scanning
- Runtime Container Security
- Secrets Management & RBAC
- Network Policies and Least-Privilege Networking