1 minute about AppArmor
bifrost’s service leverages AppArmor, a Linux Security Module, to protect applications. But how does AppArmor work to protect your software?
Let’s take a closer look!
AppArmor is a mandatory access control (MAC) Security Module that restricts the capabilities and permissions of a containerized workload. The permissions are controlled through individual security profiles, which allow or disallow syscall actions. Restrictions could include network access, writing, loading, and reading files, as well as other fine-grained capabilities.
Deploying AppArmor tailored to the workload’s desired behavior can prevent known and undiscovered vulnerabilities from being exploited. This reduces the risk of internal and external threats.
Three reasons to use AppArmor:
🔒 Enhanced Security
Limits what a container can do, reducing the attack surface of each workload.
🧩 Isolation
Provide a robust sandboxing fence around the container, making it more difficult for attackers to move laterally.
⚖️ Compliance
Helps meet security compliance requirements by enforcing strict controls,
Does your organization leverage AppArmor or similar LSMs?