Kubernetes Secrets Handbook: Design, implement, and maintain production-grade Kubernetes Secrets management solutions

Emmanouil Gkatziouras

Chen Xi

Rom Adams

$24.99 ~~$35.99~~

5 (5 Ratings)

eBook Jan 2024 294 pages 1st Edition

Emmanouil Gkatziouras

Chen Xi

Rom Adams

$24.99 ~~$35.99~~

5 (5 Ratings)

eBook Jan 2024 294 pages 1st Edition

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Master Secrets encryption, encompassing complex life cycles, key rotation, access control, backup, and recovery
Build your skills to audit Secrets consumption, troubleshoot, and optimize for efficiency and compliance
Learn how to manage Secrets through real-world cases, strengthening your applications’ security posture
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Securing Secrets in containerized apps poses a significant challenge for Kubernetes IT professionals. This book tackles the critical task of safeguarding sensitive data, addressing the limitations of Kubernetes encryption, and establishing a robust Secrets management system for heightened security for Kubernetes. Starting with the fundamental Kubernetes architecture principles and how they apply to the design of Secrets management, this book delves into advanced Kubernetes concepts such as hands-on security, compliance, risk mitigation, disaster recovery, and backup strategies. With the help of practical, real-world guidance, you’ll learn how to mitigate risks and establish robust Secrets management as you explore different types of external secret stores, configure them in Kubernetes, and integrate them with existing Secrets management solutions. Further, you'll design, implement, and operate a secure method of managing sensitive payload by leveraging real use cases in an iterative process to enhance skills, practices, and analytical thinking, progressively strengthening the security posture with each solution. By the end of this book, you'll have a rock-solid Secrets management solution to run your business-critical applications in a hybrid multi-cloud scenario, addressing operational risks, compliance, and controls.

Who is this book for?

This handbook is a comprehensive reference for IT professionals to design, implement, operate, and audit Secrets in applications and platforms running on Kubernetes. For developer, platform, and security teams experienced with containers, this Secrets management guide offers a progressive path—from foundations to implementation—with a security-first mindset. You’ll also find this book useful if you work with hybrid multi-cloud Kubernetes platforms for organizations concerned with governance and compliance requirements.

What you will learn

Explore Kubernetes Secrets, related API objects, and CRUD operations
Understand the Kubernetes Secrets limitations, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies
Explore encryption at rest and external secret stores
Build and operate a production-grade solution with a focus on business continuity
Integrate a Secrets Management solution in your CI/CD pipelines
Conduct continuous assessments of the risks and vulnerabilities for each solution
Draw insights from use cases implemented by large organizations
Gain an overview of the latest and upcoming Secrets management trends

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DK Feb 09, 2024

To get oustanding results at your workplace you have to read outstanding books. This is one of them. With a lot of practical case studies and real-world examples it gave me confidence dealing with a very sensitive topic - secrets.

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Goku Feb 21, 2024

Kubernetes is not easy. Kubernetes is hard. But this book distill the essence, principles and best practices of it with great focus in the secret's handling.The authors deliver a detailed explanation for all the aspects of secret handling in multiple scenarios. The examples are realistic as they can be (something always appreciated) and the possible solutions and options put over the table with clear explanations.This book will definitively help anybody in the Kubernetes world and will open the door to new options and chances in problematic situations as disaster recovery.

Geovanny Mendoza Feb 09, 2024

The 'Kubernetes Secrets Handbook' is an indispensable tool for any IT professional working with Kubernetes. It provides detailed strategies and practical cases for secure Secrets management, effectively addressing security and compliance challenges. Its practical approach and detailed solutions make it a valuable resource for enhancing the security posture of applications in Kubernetes.

Tomica Kaniski Feb 23, 2024

Must say, I didn't have some high expectations of this book - I mean, Kubernetes secrets... it's not something you would write a book on, right? I was mistaken! Enjoyed every page of this book! The authors managed to discuss the Kubernetes secrets deep and wide, and have to say - it's the only book on the subject (that I know of) and it's so good! Everything that may interest you in regards to Kubernetes secrets is covered. From concepts to using and debugging them, either in the lab or production, either on-premises or in the cloud(s) - everything is covered! And to top it all - there are also practical, real-world cases and examples! Highly recommend this book if you're working with Kubernetes!

Sakshi Kathote Feb 09, 2024

The 'Kubernetes Secrets Handbook' is an exceptional resource for anyone navigating the complexities of Kubernetes secrets management. Authors Emmanouil Gkatziouras, Rom Adams, and Chen XI masterfully combine theoretical foundations with practical applications, making it accessible to both novices and seasoned professionals. Its detailed exploration of encryption, compliance, and integration with major cloud platforms is particularly commendable. The real-world case studies in later chapters are not only informative but also inspiring, illustrating the practical impact of effective secrets management. This book stands out for its clarity, depth, and relevance, making it an indispensable guide in the field of Kubernetes. It’s a must-read for anyone looking to deepen their understanding and enhance their skills in modern cloud environments.

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