Lightning Talk: Beyond Basic Authentication - Leveraging OIDC to Secure Kubernetes Clusters
Authentication is a crucial aspect of securing Kubernetes clusters, and while the default authentication mechanism may work for small setups, it is not scalable for larger organizations. OpenID Connect (OIDC) provides a solution to this problem by enabling user and group management and seamless integration with Kubernetes RBAC. In the talk Akanksha will provide an overview of Kubernetes authentication with OIDC, covering the setup and configuration of OIDC with Kubernetes, the authentication workflow, and the benefits of using OIDC as compared to other authentication mechanisms. We will also discuss best practices for implementing OIDC authentication in Kubernetes to maintain a secure infrastructure. By the end of the session, the audience would have the knowledge and skills to implement OIDC authentication in Kubernetes and maintain a secure infrastructure with best practices.