HCP Packer improves metadata visibility for artifact creation

HCP Packer now includes version tracking for Packer Community Edition and associated plugins, allowing users to verify the versions used during artifact creation. This enhancement supports a secure build pipeline and helps organizations ensure they are using the latest features of Packer. As security demands on the software supply chain grow, proper image management is crucial in addressing risks early in the infrastructure deployment process. With this new feature, users can gain more visibility into their artifacts' creation pipelines for troubleshooting and risk mitigation purposes.