Although containers provide an isolated runtime environment for applications, this isolation is often overestimated.
While containers encapsulate dependencies and ensure consistency, the fact that they share the host system’s kernel introduces security risks. Based on Kaspersky security researchers experience providing Compromise Assessment, SOC Consulting, and Incident Response services to Kaspersky customers, the researchers have repeatedly seen issues related to a lack of container visibility. Many organizations focus on monitoring containerized environments for operational health rather than security threats. Some lack the expertise to properly configure logging, while others rely on technology stacks that don’t support effective visibility of running containers.
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