Security News > 2025 > May > Microsoft Warns Default Helm Charts Could Leave Kubernetes Apps Exposed to Data Leaks
2025-05-06 11:05
Microsoft has warned that using pre-made templates, such as out-of-the-box Helm charts, during Kubernetes deployments could open the door to misconfigurations and leak valuable data. "While these 'plug-and-play' options greatly simplify the setup process, they often prioritize ease of use over security," Michael Katchinskiy and Yossi Weizman from the Microsoft Defender for Cloud Research team
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