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[>_] ROOM · Cloud Security
Kubernetes Architecture and Attack Surface
Master the complex security landscape of Kubernetes. Learn to map the control plane, identify API server vulnerabilities, and defend against cluster-wide compromises.
Room tasks
1What Is Kubernetes and Why Does It Matter for Security
2Pods, Nodes, and the Control Plane
3Common K8s Misconfigurations (RBAC, Exposed API Server)
4Guided Lab: Exploiting a Misconfigured Kubernetes Cluster
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main Kubernetes components?
The control plane includes the API server, etcd, scheduler and controller manager, while worker nodes run the kubelet and container runtime. Each exposes interfaces that attackers may probe.
Why is etcd sensitive?
etcd stores the cluster's state, including secrets. Anyone who can read or write it can effectively control the cluster, so it must be encrypted, isolated and restricted to the API server.
How do attackers target the API server?
They look for anonymous access, weak authentication, over-privileged RBAC and exposed endpoints. This advanced Codelivly room is free and shows how to map and reduce this attack surface.