KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Europe

Enforce VIP Access Only Through Node Attestation - Alice Frosi & Jakob Naucke, Red Hat

32:50 · 23 Mar 2026 – 26 Mar 2026 · YouTube

About this talk

This talk, presented by Alice Frosi and Jakob Naucke from Red Hat, explores the concept of enforcing VIP access in Kubernetes clusters through node attestation. The speakers illustrate how attestation acts as a crucial credential, akin to a VIP pass, allowing only trusted nodes to join the confidential cluster. They demonstrate the functionality of the Trustee tool in validating node boot artifacts and enforcing per-node attestation policies. Participants will gain practical insights into building and managing secure confidential clusters, ensuring that access is strictly regulated to maintain a secure operational environment.