Azure Cloud, DevOps resources and blog
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How Microsoft Entra ID is used as a directory for cloud apps
Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory, or Azure AD) is used as a cloud-based directory service that manages and secures user identities, access, and permissions for cloud applications. It serves as a central identity provider for applications, services, and resources both within Microsoft’s ecosystem… [ Read more ]
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Azure Virtual Network explained in detail
Azure Virtual Network (VNet) is one of the fundamental building blocks in Azure that allows you to securely connect Azure resources to each other, the internet, and on-premises environments. It provides a private network where you can define and control the IP addressing, DNS settings,… [ Read more ]
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Compare Microsoft Entra ID to Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)
Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory, or Azure AD) and Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) are both identity and access management solutions provided by Microsoft, but they serve different purposes and are designed for different environments. Below is a comparison of the two:… [ Read more ]
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Subnets and Subnetting in Azure – Features and Use-cases
In Azure, subnets are an integral part of your Virtual Network (VNet) architecture. Subnets allow you to partition a VNet's IP address space into smaller, more manageable segments. Subnetting helps you organize and control the flow of network traffic, segment security policies, and ensure efficient… [ Read more ]
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Know everything about Azure Virtual Network – Features and Components
An Azure Virtual Network (VNet) is one of the foundational building blocks for your private network in Azure. It allows Azure resources to securely communicate with each other, the internet, and on-premises networks. Azure VNets provide isolation, segmentation, and secure communication between virtual machines (VMs),… [ Read more ]
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Familiarize yourself with the Open-Source Licenses
Familiarize yourself with the Open-Source Licenses An open-source license is a legal agreement that governs how open-source software can be used, modified, and redistributed. Open-source licenses are essential because they define the terms under which a project’s source code can be shared, modified, and contributed… [ Read more ]
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Examining the concerns that corporations face regarding open-source software components
Examining the concerns that corporations face regarding open-source software components 'OR ### Corporate Concerns with Open-Source Software Components While open-source software (OSS) offers numerous benefits, such as cost savings, flexibility, and innovation, companies also face various challenges and risks when integrating open-source components into their… [ Read more ]
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Elaborating on the various aspect of open-source software
Elaborating on the various aspect of open-source software Open-source software (OSS) refers to software whose source code is made freely available for anyone to inspect, modify, and distribute. Unlike proprietary or closed-source software, where the source code is hidden and only accessible to the creators… [ Read more ]
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Exploring CodeQL in GitHub
Exploring CodeQL in GitHub CodeQL is a powerful static analysis tool that enables security researchers, developers, and DevOps teams to identify and fix security vulnerabilities in their code early in the development lifecycle. CodeQL uses query language-based analysis, which allows users to write custom queries… [ Read more ]
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In depth guide on Azure DevSecOps Threat Modeling
In depth guide on Azure DevSecOps Threat Modeling 'OR ### Understanding Threat Modeling in the Context of the Microsoft Security Development Lifecycle (SDL) Threat modeling is a key component of Microsoft's Security Development Lifecycle (SDL), a comprehensive, risk-based approach to developing secure software. Microsoft SDL… [ Read more ]
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Understanding Threat Modeling in Azure DevSecOps
Understanding Threat Modeling in Azure DevSecOps Threat Modeling is a structured approach to identifying, understanding, and mitigating potential security risks in software systems, applications, or networks. It involves identifying threats, vulnerabilities, and risks early in the design and development process, allowing organizations to implement security… [ Read more ]
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A detailed study about Private DNS zones in Azure
Private DNS Zones in Azure Private DNS Zones in Azure enable name resolution within private virtual networks (VNets) without exposing DNS records to the public internet. This is particularly useful for managing DNS for resources such as virtual machines (VMs), application gateways, or databases within… [ Read more ]
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Exploring Continuous Security Validation in DevOps
Exploring Continuous Security Validation in DevOps Continuous Security Validation (CSV) is a proactive security practice integrated into the DevOps pipeline to ensure that security measures are continuously applied and verified throughout the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC). Unlike traditional security practices, which are often applied… [ Read more ]
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Exploring Key Validation Points in a Azure Secure DevOps Pipeline
Exploring Key Validation Points in a Azure Secure DevOps Pipeline In a Secure DevOps pipeline, validation points are crucial stages where security checks, validations, and assessments are performed to ensure that code, infrastructure, and configurations meet security standards before proceeding to the next phase. These… [ Read more ]
