Kubeconfig Configuration¶
Directory Inventory
See the Kubeconfig Directory Inventory for a complete listing of files and resources in this directory.
This section covers creating and managing secure kubeconfig files for InSpec container scanning.
What is a Kubeconfig?¶
A kubeconfig file is a Kubernetes configuration file that provides client programs with the information needed to connect to a Kubernetes cluster. It contains:
- Cluster information (API server address, certificate authority)
- User authentication details (tokens, client certificates)
- Context definitions (combinations of cluster, user, and namespace)
Key Components¶
A kubeconfig file for InSpec scanning contains:
- Cluster configuration: Server address and certificate authority
- User authentication: Service account token
- Context: Binding a cluster and user with a namespace
Configuration Guides¶
- Kubeconfig Generation - Creating secure kubeconfig files
- Kubeconfig Management - Best practices for managing kubeconfig files
- Security Considerations - Security aspects of kubeconfig configuration
- Dynamic Configuration - Dynamic kubeconfig generation for CI/CD
Common Use Cases¶
| Use Case | Guide | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Setup | Generation | Generate a basic kubeconfig file for scanning |
| CI/CD Pipelines | Dynamic Configuration | Generate kubeconfig files dynamically |
| Multiple Environments | Management | Manage kubeconfig files for different environments |
| Secure Handling | Security | Secure handling of kubeconfig files |
Testing Your Configuration¶
Once you have created a kubeconfig file, you can test it to ensure it works correctly.