Kubernetes CertificateSigningRequest (CSR) API & Manage User Certificates
Hello everyone! Welcome back to the Kubernetes Security Series . In this article, we'll explore the Kubernetes CertificateSigningRequest (CSR) API , an important security feature that helps Kubernetes administrators securely manage user authentication using certificates. If you're preparing for the CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator) exam, working in a DevOps/DevSecOps role, or managing Kubernetes clusters in production, understanding the CSR workflow is essential. What You'll Learn By the end of this blog tutorial, you will be able to: Understand the role of Certificate Authorities (CA) in Kubernetes Generate private and public key pairs Create a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) Submit a CSR to Kubernetes Review, approve, or deny certificate requests Retrieve and decode signed certificates Understand how Kubernetes Controller Manager handles certificate operation User Certificate Approval process What is the Kubernetes Certificate API? Kubernetes uses certificates t...