Posts on container-security
14 posts on container-security. Notes from public sources and my own test lab.
A Stowaway on the Container Ship: Hidden Dangers Behind Images and Safe Harbors
We used to brag about uptime records; now we get suspicious if a container lives longer than five minutes. Let's dive into why 'it’s dockerized' doesn't mean 'it's secure' and how to stop hidden threats in your image layers.
The Calm Before the Runtime Storm: Container Escapes and Monitoring Strategies
The moment you spot `cap_sys_admin` in a privileged container, isolation is essentially dead. Let’s talk about how containers break, why the privileged flag is a disaster, and how to actually lock things down.
Docker's 'Privileged' Trap: Trojan Horses Inside Containers
Think that --privileged flag is a lifesaver? Think again. Here is how container misconfigurations turn into open doors for attackers, based on my early career blunders and Red Team field experience.
From Docker Socket to Root Shell: Is Container Isolation an Illusion?
A deep dive into how misconfigured Docker containers, privileged flags, and exposed sockets turn your 'secure' environment into a playground for Red Teamers.
Handing Over Your K8s Cluster on a Silver Platter: Config Errors and Cold Hard Truths
Ever wondered how a single YAML line can turn your infrastructure into a public playground? Let's dive into common Kubernetes misconfigurations from a Red Team perspective and look at how to actually secure them.
Getting Lost in YAML: The High Cost of Leaving Kubernetes Security to 'Default' Settings
Think your K8s cluster is secure because it's 'running'? Think again. From RBAC nightmares to privileged pod escapes, let's look at why default settings are a Red Teamer's best friend.
A Tale of Isolation and Container Chaos: Where Do We Go Wrong While Getting 'Dockerized'?
Think containers are inherently secure? Think again. From bloated base images to secret leaks in layers, let's explore how 'dockerized' applications actually fall apart and how to fix them.
Kubernetes: Orchestration Magic or a Trojan Horse Within?
Is your K8s cluster a secure fortress or just a playground for attackers? Let's dive into API server security, RBAC pitfalls, and why Base64 isn't encryption.
Is the Ship Sinking? Lost Security Between Container Layers and Lessons from the Field
Let’s debunk the myth that containers are inherently secure. From root user illusions to supply chain risks, I’m diving into why your 'isolated' environments might be more vulnerable than you think.
Loosening the Prison Bars: Docker Escape and the Art of Defense
A deep dive into why privileged containers are a Red Teamer's dream, how to spot escape routes like the Docker socket, and the right way to harden your containerized infrastructure.
The Illusion of Container Isolation: Owning the Host via docker.sock
Think your containers are securely isolated? Think again. From exposed Docker sockets to unnecessary privileges, let's talk about how misconfigurations turn your secure containers into host-level backdoors.
Is Container Isolation a Lie? That Thin Line Between Docker Socket and Host
If you think your containers are bulletproof shells, think again. From Docker socket abuse to risky capabilities, let's talk about how that 'sandbox' can vanish in seconds and how to actually secure it.