Container Image Scanning on Jenkins with Sysdig

The article outlines a process for integrating Sysdig Secure's container image scanning into Jenkins CI/CD pipelines to enhance security by identifying vulnerabilities early in the development process. By using the Sysdig Secure Jenkins plugin, developers can automate the scanning of container images, ensuring they meet security standards before being pushed to a registry. This approach allows for "security shift-left," where vulnerabilities are detected and addressed sooner, reducing risks in production environments. The article provides a detailed example of setting up a Jenkins pipeline to automate image scanning, including configuring credentials, defining pipeline stages, and utilizing Sysdig's scanning capabilities to enforce security policies. The benefits of this integration include preventing the deployment of compromised images and enabling compliance with security standards, all while utilizing Jenkins' extensive plugin ecosystem for seamless integration.