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HashiCorp Vault

HashiCorp Vault is a comprehensive tool designed for secrets management, encryption as a service, and privileged access management. It safeguards sensitive data by centralizing and automating credential issuance and rotation, ensuring secure access across applications and infrastructure.

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About HashiCorp Vault

HashiCorp Vault controls access to secrets and encryption keys by integrating with trusted identity sources such as Active Directory, LDAP, and Kubernetes. Its dynamic secrets feature generates unique credentials on demand, reducing the risk of long-term exposure. Vault also offers automated PKI, database credential rotation, and API-driven encryption, making it ideal for securing applications and systems in diverse environments.

Key Features

  • Centralized secrets storage and access control
  • Dynamic secrets generation for time-limited credentials
  • Integration with multiple identity providers (Active Directory, LDAP, Kubernetes)
  • Automated PKI infrastructure and database credential rotation
  • API-driven data encryption and tokenization

Pricing

Community
$0/Free

Ideal for individuals and small teams looking for a self-managed solution.

Features:
  • Self-managed
  • Always free
Cloud
Usage-based

Pay only for what you use with a fully managed infrastructure.

Features:
  • Managed Vault service
  • Cloud security automation
Enterprise
Custom

Tailored solutions for large organizations requiring advanced features and support.

Features:
  • Self-managed custom deployments
  • Enhanced support and integration

Summary

HashiCorp Vault streamlines secret management by automating the storage, issuance, and rotation of credentials, while ensuring robust encryption protocols. The tool’s integration capabilities with various identity providers and support for dynamic secrets make it an essential asset for securing modern infrastructure.

Adrian
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Adrian
Mar 9, 2025Updated1 min read
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