Audience
DevOps teams looking for a tool to implement zero-trust security measures across multiple Kubernetes clusters
About Paralus
Paralus is a free, open source tool that enables controlled, audited access to Kubernetes infrastructure. It provides just-in-time service account creation and user-level credential management, integrating seamlessly with existing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Single Sign-On (SSO) systems. Paralus applies zero-trust security principles, ensuring secure access to Kubernetes clusters by generating, maintaining, and revoking access configurations across clusters, projects, and namespaces. It offers both a browser-based graphical user interface and command-line interface tools for managing kubeconfigs directly from the terminal. Additionally, Paralus includes comprehensive auditing tools that provide detailed logging of activities and resource access, facilitating real-time and historical tracking. Installation is straightforward, with Helm charts available for deployment across various environments, including major cloud providers and on-premises setups.
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Pricing
Starting Price:
Free
Free Version:
Free Version available.
Company Information
Paralus
www.paralus.io
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Platforms Supported
Cloud
On-Premises
Training
Documentation
Support
Online
Paralus Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of users and organization types does Paralus work with?
Paralus works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does Paralus support in their product?
Paralus supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does Paralus offer?
Paralus offers support via online.
Q: What other applications or services does Paralus integrate with?
Paralus integrates with: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Helm, and Kubernetes.
Q: Does Paralus have an API?
Yes, Paralus has an API.
Q: What type of training does Paralus provide?
Paralus provides training in the form of documentation.
Q: How much does Paralus cost?
Pricing for Paralus starts at Free.
