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Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS): Unit 3

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Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS): Unit 3

This course is part of Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) Specialization

Instructor: Pearson

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1 module

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4 hours to complete

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Implement and verify secure access controls for the Kubernetes API server.
Configure and manage role-based access control (RBAC) for efficient and secure cluster administration.
Protect and audit service accounts to minimize security risks within your Kubernetes environment.
Plan and execute Kubernetes upgrades to maintain security and operational efficiency.

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Assessments

4 assignments

Taught in English

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There is 1 module in this course

This course focuses on securing Kubernetes clusters by restricting API access and using strong role-based access control (RBAC). You’ll learn to manage user and service accounts securely, harden the API server, and configure access policies. The course also covers keeping your Kubernetes environment updated, including how to plan and execute upgrades with minimal downtime using KubeAdmin. By the end, you’ll have the skills to improve your cluster’s security and meet CKS certification standards.

In this module, you’ll explore best practices for restricting access to the Kubernetes API. You’ll implement role-based access control (RBAC), protect service accounts, and ensure your Kubernetes environment stays up to date. This module will help you enhance the security posture of your Kubernetes clusters and prepare you for a critical aspect of the CKS exam.

What's included

22 videos4 assignments

22 videos Total 145 minutes

Module Introduction 1 minute
Learning objectives 1 minute
Kubernetes API Fundamentals 7 minutes
Kubernetes Access Control 11 minutes
API Server Configuration 12 minutes
API Server Hardening 13 minutes
Verify Access Control Policies 14 minutes
Learning objectives 1 minute
Understanding Kubernetes RBAC 8 minutes
Creating a User Account 6 minutes
Applying Roles to a User 10 minutes
Configuring and Binding Cluster Roles 5 minutes
Verifying Role Rules 10 minutes
Learning objectives 1 minute
Understanding Service Accounts 4 minutes
Creating a Service Account 6 minutes
Disable Default Settings 9 minutes
Verify Service Account Permissions 5 minutes
Learning objectives 1 minute
Kubernetes Update Process 5 minutes
Plan Upgrade Process 6 minutes
Upgrade Components and Test 13 minutes

4 assignments Total 120 minutes

Restrict Access to Kubernetes API Quiz 30 minutes
Role Based Access Control (RBAC) Quiz 30 minutes
Protecting Service Accounts Quiz 30 minutes
Upgrade Kubernetes to Avoid Vulnerabilities Quiz 30 minutes

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