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Certificates

Certificates in Kubernetes manage secure communication within the cluster and enable secure access to services. Kubernetes leverages certificates to authenticate clients and servers, ensuring data integrity and privacy. Certificates are essential for securing connections between components such as the Kubernetes API server, controllers, and external services.

Use Case of Certificates -

  • TLS Encryption
  • Client Authentication
  • Securing Ingress
  • Automated Rotation
  • Compliance

More Details: https://kubernetes.io/docs/tasks/administer-cluster/certificates/