Managing secrets with Google Secret Manager
Most applications require the use of credentials or keys to authenticate with either GCP or third-party services. The correct storage of these credentials and secrets is essential to avoid security problems and leakage of this information. It is recommended to use a vault of secrets to securely store all the credentials required by an application.
In this section, we will explore the benefits of using a vault of secrets in applications and look at the service GCP offers to fulfill this function.
How to store your sensitive data in a secure way
Have you ever checked the source code of an application and found that the code stores sensitive information such as keys or credentials of databases or third-party services?
Storing these types of secrets in the code can mean a serious security vulnerability, allowing people who have access to the source code to access these resources and perform actions that were not contemplated during...
