OpenCNAPP
OpenCNAPP is an open-source platform for protecting cloud-native applications from build through runtime. It combines agentless cloud posture management with eBPF- and LSM-powered workload protection, covering cloud environments, clusters, containers, code repositories, Kubernetes, and virtual machines. The platform lists multi-cloud visibility, misconfiguration and drift detection, and ongoing compliance, auditing, and reporting. Pipeline capabilities include static code analysis, CI/CD scanning, container and Kubernetes security, and secret scanning. Runtime tools include container visibility, application and network firewalls, and in-line mitigation. Teams can generate Zero Trust policies and set controls to observe, audit, or enforce. Listed integrations span container registries, notification tools, SIEM and ticketing products, plus EDR, AppSec, and SOAR. Deployment choices include SaaS and on-premises models, with public, private, hybrid, and air-gapped environments. OpenCNAPP also lists protection for IoT, edge, and 5G workloads, as well as federal workload protection. It is free and open source, and the site identifies it as part of Xcitium, LLC.
Who it is for
OpenCNAPP may suit teams responsible for cloud-native environments, Kubernetes, containers, or code repositories. Its listed deployment models also address organizations needing private, hybrid, on-premises, or air-gapped options.
What is good
- Free and open source.
- Covers cloud environments, clusters, containers, and code repositories.
- Lists CI/CD scanning and secret scanning.
- Offers public, private, hybrid, and air-gapped deployment options.
What to know first
- The listed platform model is self-hosted.
- Runtime protection is described as eBPF- and LSM-powered.
Verdict
OpenCNAPP spans cloud posture, pipeline security, and runtime protection, with broad deployment options listed. Its free, open-source positioning may appeal to teams seeking coverage across cloud-native workloads.
Compared on cloud security platforms
- Kubernetes security
- Yes
