Microsoft has warned that the use of pre-made templates like Helm charts could result in misconfigurations that leak sensitive data during Kubernetes deployments. The company's research team highlighted that many open-source projects offer default Helm charts that prioritize simplicity over security. This negligence could expose applications and their underlying services to unauthorized access and attacks. Notable examples include Apache Pinot and Meshery, which may unintentionally expose critical components to the internet without appropriate security measures in place.
"As a result, a large number of applications end up being deployed in a misconfigured state by default, exposing sensitive data, cloud resources, or even the entire environment to attackers."
"While these 'plug-and-play' options greatly simplify the setup process, they often prioritize ease of use over security."
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