Fundamentals of DevOps and Software Delivery » FAQ
How do I harden my servers and secure my infrastructure?
Server and infrastructure hardening means reducing attack surface, enforcing least privilege, and continuously validating security posture. Effective hardening combines baseline controls, automation, and ongoing monitoring.
Practical guidance
- Use hardened base images and keep OS and packages patched continuously.
- Apply least-privilege access controls, network segmentation, and MFA.
- Store secrets in dedicated secret managers, not in code or plain text files.
- Continuously audit, monitor, and test controls through automation.