CloudSec-Pro Exam Dumps - Palo Alto Networks Cloud Security Professional

In the context of Kubernetes, an admission controller is a piece of code that intercepts requests to the Kubernetes API server before the persistence of the object, but after the request is authenticated and authorized. The admission controller lets you apply complex validation and policy controls to objects before they are created or updated.

The ValidatingWebhookConfiguration is a Kubernetes object that tells the API server to send an admission validation request to a service (the admission webhook) when a request to create, update, or delete a Kubernetes object matches the rules defined in the configuration. The webhook can then approve or deny the request based on custom logic.

The MutatingWebhookConfiguration is similar but is used to modify objects before they are created or updated, which is not the primary function of an admission controller acting in a protective or validating capacity.

DestinationRules are related to Istio service mesh and are not relevant to Kubernetes admission control.

PodSecurityPolicies (PSPs) are a type of admission controller in Kubernetes but they are predefined by Kubernetes and do not require a specific configuration object like ValidatingWebhookConfiguration. PSPs are also deprecated in recent versions of Kubernetes.

Therefore, the correct answer is C. ValidatingWebhookConfiguration, as it is the Kubernetes object used to configure admission webhooks for validating requests, which aligns with the role of Defender acting as an admission controller in Prisma Cloud.

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The documents uploaded do not contain specific details about Kubernetes objects or Prisma Cloud's integration with Kubernetes. However, this explanation aligns with general Kubernetes practices and Prisma Cloud's capabilities in securing Kubernetes environments.

In Prisma Cloud, runtime rules are created to monitor and control the behavior of applications and services during their execution to ensure compliance with security policies. The three types of runtime rules that can be created in Prisma Cloud are:

Processes: These rules monitor and control the execution of processes within the environment. They can be used to detect unauthorized or malicious processes and take actions such as alerting, blocking, or terminating the processes.

Network-outgoing: These rules govern the outbound network connections from the applications or containers. They help in controlling access to external resources, preventing data exfiltration, and ensuring that the communication complies with the security policies.

Filesystem: Filesystem rules are related to the access and modification of the file system by applications or containers. These rules can help in detecting unauthorized access, changes to sensitive files, and ensuring that the applications adhere to the least privilege principle in terms of file access.

These runtime rules are essential for maintaining the security and integrity of applications running in cloud environments, especially in dynamic and distributed architectures where traditional perimeter-based security controls may not be sufficient.

In Prisma Cloud Enterprise Edition, Palo Alto Networks hosts and runs the Console component. The Console serves as the central management interface for Prisma Cloud, allowing customers to configure policies, view alerts, and manage their cloud security posture without the need to host this component themselves.

https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/prisma/prisma-cloud/prisma-cloud-admin-compute/continuous_integration/jenkins_plugin.html

https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/prisma/prisma-cloud/prisma-cloud-admin-compute/continuous_integration/jenkins_pipeline_project

To scan container images in Jenkins pipelines, Prisma Cloud offers two specific tools:

D. Twistcli: This is a command-line interface tool provided by Prisma Cloud that allows users to scan container images for vulnerabilities and compliance issues. It can be integrated into Jenkins pipelines to automate the scanning process as part of the CI/CD workflow1.

E. Compute Jenkins plugin: This plugin integrates Prisma Cloud’s capabilities directly into Jenkins, enabling automated scanning of container images during the build process. It provides a seamless way to include security checks within the Jenkins pipeline1.

Both Twistcli and the Compute Jenkins plugin are designed to work within the Jenkins environment to ensure that container images are scanned for security risks before they are deployed. By integrating these tools into the pipeline, developers can identify and address vulnerabilities early in the development cycle, contributing to a more secure software delivery process

To achieve immediate notification for "High Severity" alerts for a specific account group via Slack, the steps outlined in option A provide a comprehensive and effective approach. Firstly, configuring the Slack Integration establishes the necessary communication channel between Prisma Cloud and the Slack workspace. Creating an alert rule with the specified account group and severity filters ensures that only relevant alerts trigger notifications. Selecting Slack as the notification channel and setting the frequency to "As it Happens" ensures real-time alerting for critical issues. This method leverages Prisma Cloud's alerting capabilities and Slack's real-time messaging platform to promptly notify the security team, enabling swift action to mitigate risks. This approach is in line with Prisma Cloud's flexible and configurable alerting system, designed to integrate with various external platforms for efficient incident response.

https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/prisma/prisma-cloud/prisma-cloud-admin/manage-prisma-cloud-alerts/prisma-cloud-alert-notifications