Sysdig and Apolicy join forces to help customers secure Infrastructure As Code and automate remediation

Sysdig's acquisition of Apolicy is aimed at enhancing infrastructure as code (IAC) security and automating remediation to bolster Kubernetes and cloud security. This strategic move aligns with Sysdig's Secure DevOps vision by integrating Apolicy’s unique approach to address configuration risks from source to production, thereby enhancing DevOps efficiency and ensuring consistent remediation across production environments. The acquisition supports Sysdig's objectives of shift-left security, runtime security, and continuous compliance, which are critical in the modern software development landscape shaped by microservices, containers, and cloud services. Apolicy's capabilities, such as automated drift remediation and risk prioritization using policy as code, complement Sysdig’s existing solutions, including image scanning and threat detection, thereby fortifying Sysdig’s Kubernetes and Cloud Security Posture Management offerings. As containers and cloud adoption become priorities, addressing associated security risks is crucial, motivating Sysdig's rapid innovation to enable secure and compliant cloud application deployments.