Snyk IaC
Developer-first security for Infrastructure as Code.
Overview
Snyk IaC is a developer-focused tool that helps find and fix security vulnerabilities and misconfigurations in infrastructure as code files. It integrates into the development workflow, providing early feedback and remediation advice to prevent insecure configurations from reaching production. Snyk IaC supports a wide range of IaC formats and cloud providers.
✨ Key Features
- Scans Terraform, CloudFormation, Kubernetes, and ARM templates
- Integrates with IDEs, SCM, and CI/CD pipelines
- Provides context-aware security analysis
- Offers actionable remediation advice
- Custom policy creation with Open Policy Agent (OPA)
- Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) capabilities
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Developer-first approach
- Comprehensive vulnerability database
- Actionable remediation advice
Unique Value: Empowers developers to own security for their IaC, reducing the burden on security teams.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Automated security scanning of Terraform files in CI/CD
- Identifying insecure Kubernetes configurations before deployment
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Real-time threat detection in production environments
🏆 Alternatives
Provides more actionable and developer-friendly remediation advice compared to some open-source alternatives.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Limited tests per month
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