In today’s enterprise landscape, containerization has become almost synonymous with modern application deployment. However, with containers handling sensitive data and critical business operations, security should be carefully considered and implemented. I’ve spent years securing containerized applications in the financial sector, and today I’m going to share some battle-tested Docker security practices that have helped protect sensitive data for millions of customers.
The Enterprise Container Security Landscape
Before we dive into the technical stuff, let’s talk about why Docker security matters more than ever. With containers handling everything from payment processing to personal data, a single vulnerability can expose your entire infrastructure. Here’s what keeps enterprise security teams up at night: