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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.

Description

Knox Systems offers an innovative AI-driven compliance and cloud solution tailored for SaaS companies seeking rapid FedRAMP authorization and secure application deployment for the U.S. government. Its platform features a managed federal cloud environment paired with automated compliance tools that simplify the often arduous certification process, significantly slashing timelines from several years down to as few as 90 days. In addition, it boasts AI-enhanced functionalities, including real-time inventory tracking, automated infrastructure mapping to FedRAMP and NIST security standards, ongoing monitoring, and automated vulnerability remediation, which helps maintain compliance over time. The company maintains a pre-authorized cloud "boundary" that allows applications to adopt necessary security controls, thereby sparing businesses from having to reconstruct their architectures while still adhering to stringent federal standards. This approach not only accelerates compliance but also provides peace of mind for organizations navigating the complexities of federal requirements.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Docker
Google Cloud Platform
Microsoft Azure
Pinterest
Pradeo
Swarm
Yaguara

Integrations

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Docker
Google Cloud Platform
Microsoft Azure
Pinterest
Pradeo
Swarm
Yaguara

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

Pinterest

Founded

2009

Country

United States

Website

github.com/pinterest/knox

Vendor Details

Company Name

Knox

Country

United States

Website

knoxsystems.com

Product Features

Privileged Access Management

Application Access Control
Behavioral Analytics
Credential Management
Endpoint Management
For MSPs
Granular Access Controls
Least Privilege
Multifactor Authentication
Password Management
Policy Management
Remote Access Management
Threat Intelligence
User Activity Monitoring

Product Features

Compliance

Archiving & Retention
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Audit Management
Compliance Tracking
Controls Testing
Environmental Compliance
FDA Compliance
HIPAA Compliance
ISO Compliance
Incident Management
OSHA Compliance
Risk Management
Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance
Surveys & Feedback
Version Control
Workflow / Process Automation

Alternatives

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