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New IaC security workshop from Snyk, HashiCorp, and AWS at KubeCon Europe 2023 and on-demand

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Sarah Conway
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1,035
Language
English
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Summary

IaC security is a crucial aspect of DevSecOps, as it prevents configuration drift and automates previously-manual processes. However, IaC can become a huge security risk if not implemented correctly. A new workshop from Snyk, HashiCorp Terraform, and AWS demonstrates how to implement IaC security with a specific suite of tools, providing a seamless experience for developers. The workshop sets up an integrated environment using AWS CodeBuild, HashiCorp Terraform, and Snyk IaC, allowing users to discover and remediate misconfigurations in seconds. Key takeaways include the importance of automated IaC tooling, common security issues with IaC environments, the need for integration within developers' workflows, and the value of remediation guidance provided by security tools.