Red Hat Advanced Cluster Security for Kubernetes (ACS)
Kubernetes-native security for the entire application lifecycle.
Overview
Originally StackRox and now part of Red Hat, Advanced Cluster Security (ACS) is a security platform designed specifically for Kubernetes. It provides vulnerability management, compliance, network segmentation, risk profiling, and runtime threat detection. ACS is deeply integrated with Kubernetes and Red Hat OpenShift, offering a security solution that is both powerful and developer-friendly.
✨ Key Features
- Kubernetes-native architecture
- Lifecycle vulnerability management
- Compliance and auditing (CIS, NIST, PCI, HIPAA)
- Network segmentation visualization and enforcement
- Risk profiling for deployments
- Runtime threat detection
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration with Red Hat OpenShift.
- Strong focus on a Kubernetes-native approach.
- Developer-friendly guardrails and workflows.
Unique Value: Provides a security platform that is built for the way developers and operators use Kubernetes, enabling them to secure their applications without slowing down development.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Blocking deployments with critical vulnerabilities.
- Detecting and responding to runtime threats like container escapes.
- Generating compliance reports for auditors.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Environments that are not based on Kubernetes.
- Organizations looking for a broader cloud security posture management (CSPM) tool.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers tighter integration and a more seamless experience within the Red Hat ecosystem compared to other third-party security tools. Its Kubernetes-native design often provides more context-rich security insights.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Red Hat Support tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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