Trivy

Trivy is an open-source vulnerability scanner designed for security in container images, file systems, and Git repositories. It detects vulnerabilities in operating system packages and application dependencies, and can also scan for misconfigurations in infrastructure as code files. It is known for its simplicity, speed, and comprehensive coverage of vulnerabilities.

Also known as: Aqua Trivy, Trivy Scanner, Trivy Vulnerability Scanner, Trivy Security Scanner, Trivy CLI

Why learn Trivy?

Developers should use Trivy to integrate security scanning into their CI/CD pipelines, ensuring that container images and code are free from known vulnerabilities before deployment. It is particularly useful for DevOps and security teams in cloud-native environments to maintain compliance and reduce security risks in applications and infrastructure.

Learning Resources

• docs: Trivy Official Documentation
• tutorial: Getting Started with Trivy Tutorial
• docs: Trivy GitHub Repository
• video: Trivy: A Simple and Comprehensive Vulnerability Scanner for Containers (Video)
• course: Secure Your Containers with Trivy Course on Udemy