Chainguard
The safest way to build and run your code.
Overview
Chainguard focuses on securing the software supply chain by providing minimal, secure-by-default container base images (Chainguard Images) that have zero known vulnerabilities. They also offer tools for signing software artifacts (Sigstore) and generating SBOMs to ensure the integrity of the software supply chain.
✨ Key Features
- Minimalist, secure container base images
- Continuous vulnerability scanning and remediation
- SBOMs for all images
- Software signing with Sigstore
- Policy enforcement and governance
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Focus on providing secure-by-default, minimal base images
- Deep involvement in open source standards like Sigstore and SLSA
- Proactive security approach
Unique Value: Provides a secure foundation for applications by offering minimal, vulnerability-free container images and the tools to ensure supply chain integrity, fundamentally reducing risk from the start.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Creating highly minimal and secure container images for production use
- Implementing a secure software supply chain based on Sigstore and SLSA principles
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations not using containers or looking for a traditional SCA scanner for existing, non-containerized applications.
🏆 Alternatives
Instead of just scanning for vulnerabilities in bloated base images, it provides clean base images, which is a more proactive and effective security posture.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Business tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free access to public Chainguard Images and community support.
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