Description: Hardening is the process of securing a system by reducing its attack surface. This approach involves implementing various security measures that limit attack opportunities and minimize risks associated with exploiting vulnerabilities. In the context of technologies such as container orchestration, virtualization, and operating systems, hardening translates into the proper configuration of environments and applications to protect them against unauthorized access and malicious attacks. Hardening practices may include disabling unnecessary services, applying security patches, configuring firewalls, and implementing strict access policies. By reducing the attack surface, the goal is not only to protect data and infrastructure but also to ensure operational continuity and user trust in the system. In a world where cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, hardening becomes an essential practice for any organization looking to safeguard its information and technological resources.
