DevSecOps Security
DevSecOps, an extension of the DevOps methodology, integrates security practices into the entire software development lifecycle, emphasizing the need for security to be automated and built into the development process from the start. The goal is to create a culture of shared responsibility for security among developers, operations, and security teams. Here are key aspects of DevSecOps security:
Security Tools
Static Application Security Testing (SAST):
Tool: Checkmarx, SonarQube, Veracode
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- These tools analyze the source code of applications to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities early in the development process.
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2. Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST):
Tool: OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, Netsparker
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- DAST tools assess running applications for security vulnerabilities, helping identify weaknesses that may be exploited in real-world scenarios.
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3. Container Security Scanning:
Tool: Clair, Anchore, Twistlock
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- Container security tools scan container images for vulnerabilities, ensuring that only secure and compliant images are deployed.
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4. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Security:
Tool: Checkov, Terraform Compliance, Bridgecrew
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- These tools analyze and enforce security policies in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) scripts to prevent misconfigurations and vulnerabilities in cloud infrastructure.
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5. Automated Compliance and Policy Checks:
Tool: OpenSCAP, Chef InSpec, HashiCorp Sentinel
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- Tools for defining and enforcing compliance policies as code, ensuring that systems adhere to security and regulatory requirements.
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6. Security Automation and Orchestration:
Tool: Demisto, Splunk Phantom, IBM Resilient
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- Security orchestration platforms automate and coordinate responses to security incidents, streamlining incident response workflows.
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7. Continuous Monitoring and Feedback:
Tool: ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), Splunk, Sumo Logic
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- Centralized logging and monitoring solutions for continuous monitoring of security events and logs.
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8. Cloud Security:
Tool: AWS Config, Azure Security Center, Google Cloud Security Command Center
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- Cloud security tools provide features for identity and access management, data encryption, and security monitoring in cloud environments.
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9. Incident Response Planning:
Tool: Incident Management Platforms, D3 SOAR Platform, Atlassian Jira Service Management
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- Tools that assist in planning and executing incident response plans, often including playbooks and automated response actions.
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10. Security Culture and Mindset:
Tool: Security Awareness Training Platforms, Wombat Security (a division of Proofpoint), KnowBe4
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- Platforms that provide security awareness training and simulations to foster a security-conscious culture.
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Security Syllabus
Introduction to DevSecOps
Overview of DevSecOps
- Understanding the principles and goals of DevSecOps.
- Evolution from DevOps to DevSecOps.
Importance of Integrating Security Early
- The cost of fixing security issues at different stages.
- Shift-left approach.
Security Fundamentals for DevOps
Security Basics
- Key concepts in information security.
- Common security threats and vulnerabilities.
CIA Triad
- Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability in the context of DevSecOps.
Shift-Left Security Practices
Threat Modeling
- Identifying and mitigating security threats during design.
- Creating threat models.
Static Application Security Testing (SAST)
- Introduction to SAST tools.
- Integrating SAST into the development process.
Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)
- Overview of DAST tools.
- Incorporating DAST into continuous testing.
Continuous Security Integration
Automated Code Scanning
- Using tools for automated code analysis.
- Setting up code scanning in CI/CD pipelines.
Container Security Scanning
- Scanning container images for vulnerabilities.
- Implementing secure container practices.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Security
Securing Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Ensuring security in cloud infrastructure code.
- Implementing security checks for IaC.
Automated Compliance and Policy Checks
- Writing policies as code.
- Enforcing compliance using automation.
Security Automation and Orchestration
Automated Incident Response
- Automating responses to security incidents.
- Integrating incident response into automation.
Security Orchestration Platforms
- Overview of orchestration tools.
- Coordinating security processes.
Continuous Monitoring and Feedback
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- Centralized logging and monitoring.
- Analyzing security events in real-time.
User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA)
- Analyzing user behavior for anomalies.
- Detecting and responding to insider threats.
Cloud Security
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Managing user access and permissions.
- Implementing least privilege principles.
Data Encryption
- Encrypting data in transit and at rest.
- Key management in cloud environments.
Incident Response Planning
- Developing an Incident Response Plan
- Creating a comprehensive incident response plan.
- Conducting tabletop exercises.