Microsoft Defender for Containers

What Microsoft Defender for Containers is

Microsoft Defender for Containers is a hybrid security offering available through the web. Its plan pricing is based on vCores in Kubernetes worker nodes, and current rates are provided through a pricing quote. The plan includes 20 free monthly vulnerability assessments per charged vCore, and the pricing information lists a 30-day trial. This gives organizations evaluating it a way to assess vulnerability assessments in relation to their Kubernetes worker-node footprint and trial period. The listed deployment model is hybrid. The listed capabilities do not include API discovery, runtime protection, API posture management, sensitive data detection or specification governance. Teams should weigh those capability boundaries against their container security requirements when deciding whether to request a quote. The plan has no stated price, so organizations need to contact the vendor for current rates. Its web availability and hybrid deployment model are the primary platform and deployment details provided for planning an evaluation.

Who it suits

This offering may suit organizations looking for a hybrid container security option tied to Kubernetes worker-node vCores. It is best considered by teams whose needs align with the listed vulnerability assessments and who can request a quote for current pricing.

Limits

The plan includes 20 free monthly vulnerability assessments per charged vCore. Current pricing is based on vCores in Kubernetes worker nodes and requires a quote.

Getting started

1. Visit the Microsoft Learn product page.
2. Request a pricing quote for current rates based on Kubernetes worker-node vCores.
3. Use the 30-day trial to evaluate the offering.

Verdict

Consider Microsoft Defender for Containers if a hybrid deployment and vulnerability assessments priced by Kubernetes worker-node vCores fit your needs. The 30-day trial and included monthly assessments provide defined evaluation details. Look elsewhere if you require the listed omissions, such as runtime protection or API posture management.