Beyond the Surface: Exploring Attacker Persistence Strategies in Kubernetes - Rory McCune

This talk explores the security implications of Kubernetes in managing cloud-native workloads, focusing on how attackers can exploit lesser-known features to maintain persistence in compromised systems. The speaker discusses potential vulnerabilities that may arise from the added layers of abstraction within Kubernetes and highlights the challenges in detecting attackers if an initial breach goes unnoticed. Rory McCune, a senior security researcher and advocate for Datadog with extensive expertise in cybersecurity and cloud-native computing, shares insights drawn from his experiences at various conferences, including Kubecon.