This page provides guidance on best practices for securing Terraform modules. Understand the risks and implement appropriate safeguards.
Common vulnerabilities in Terraform modules include: unvalidated inputs, insecure module imports, lack of code review, and improper access controls. Failure to address these risks can lead to significant security breaches.
- Input Validation: Validate all inputs to prevent injection attacks. - Dependency Management: Carefully vet and manage dependencies to mitigate known vulnerabilities. - Code Review: Thoroughly review module code for potential security issues. - Access Control: Restrict access to modules based on roles and permissions. - Secrets Management: Never store secrets directly in the code. Use Terraform Cloud Secrets, HashiCorp Vault, or similar secure mechanisms.
[Link to Terraform Cloud Secrets Guide](https://cloud.terraform.io/secrets)
[Link to HashiCorp Vault Guide](https://www.hashicorp.com/vault)
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