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Description
Access systems from any location using user identity, eliminating the need for traditional solutions like SSH bastion hosts or VPNs that require the distribution and management of credentials, network control configurations such as firewalls, and exposing private networks. Boundary offers a secure method to access critical systems and hosts without the hassle of managing credentials or compromising your network's security, and it is completely open source. You can authenticate using any trusted identity provider you currently utilize, which means there’s no need to distribute new credentials. Instead of relying on physical IP addresses, authorize access based on logical roles and services. Additionally, you can manage dynamic infrastructure and integrate service registries to ensure that hosts and service catalogs are always current. Automate the injection of credentials to securely access services and hosts via HashiCorp Vault, thereby minimizing the risk of credential leakage through dynamic secrets and just-in-time credentials. This innovative approach not only simplifies access management but also enhances overall security and efficiency in your network.
Description
Knox serves as a secret management platform designed for the secure storage and rotation of sensitive information such as secrets, keys, and passwords utilized by various services. Within Pinterest, a multitude of keys and secrets are employed for diverse functions, including signing cookies, encrypting sensitive data, securing the network through TLS, accessing AWS machines, and facilitating communication with third-party services, among others. The risk of these keys being compromised posed significant challenges, as the process of rotation typically required a deployment and often necessitated changes to the codebase. Previously, keys and secrets at Pinterest were stored in Git repositories, leading to their replication across the company's infrastructure and presence on numerous employee laptops, which made tracking access and auditing who had permission to use these keys virtually impossible. To address these issues, Knox was developed with the intention of simplifying the process for developers to securely access and utilize confidential secrets, keys, and credentials. It also ensures the confidentiality of these sensitive elements while providing robust mechanisms for key rotation in the event of a security breach, thereby enhancing overall security practices. By implementing Knox, Pinterest aims to streamline secret management processes while fortifying its defenses against potential vulnerabilities.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
Yes
Integrations
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Yes
Atom
Yes
Datacard Secura
Yes
Docker
No
Entitle
Yes
Entrust Identity Enterprise
Yes
Entrust Identity Essentials
Yes
GitHub
Yes
Google Cloud Platform
Yes
Indent
Yes
Integrations
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
No
Atom
No
Datacard Secura
No
Docker
Yes
Entitle
No
Entrust Identity Enterprise
No
Entrust Identity Essentials
No
GitHub
No
Google Cloud Platform
No
Indent
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
HashiCorp
Founded
2012
Country
United States
Website
www.boundaryproject.io
Vendor Details
Company Name
Founded
2009
Country
United States
Website
github.com/pinterest/knox
Product Features
Remote Desktop
Chat
No
Cross-Platform Access
No
File Transfer
No
Group View
No
Mobile Device Access
No
Multi Monitor Support
No
Record Remote Sessions
No
Remote Print
No
Remote Wake
No
User Management
No
Product Features
Privileged Access Management
Application Access Control
No
Behavioral Analytics
No
Credential Management
No
Endpoint Management
No
For MSPs
No
Granular Access Controls
No
Least Privilege
No
Multifactor Authentication
No
Password Management
No
Policy Management
No
Remote Access Management
No
Threat Intelligence
No
User Activity Monitoring
No