CKS Self-Study Module 1: Cluster Setup

This self-study module contains all of the topics outlined in the CNCF CKS Exam Curriculum. If you are not already familiar with the curriculum, take a moment to familiarize yourself as you will need to demonstrate knowledge of each topic in order to pass the CKS exam.

CKS Mod 1: Use Network security policies to restrict cluster level access

This lesson demonstrates how to use network policies.

CKS Mod 1: Use CIS benchmark to review the security configuration of Kubernetes components

This lesson discusses reading, understanding, and implementing a cluster configuration recommended by a CIS benchmark scan.

CKS Mod 1: Properly set up Ingress objects with TLS

This lesson demonstrates how to use a TLS secret with an Ingress rule.

CKS Mod 1: Protect node metadata and endpoints

This lesson illustrates how to use Egress network policies to restrict access to metadata endpoints.

CKS Mod 1: Verify Platform Binaries Before Deploying

This lesson demonstrates using cosign to verify Kubernetes binaries.

CKS Mod 1: Practice Drill(s)

This practice drill asks you to restrict traffic using network policies.

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