PHP Web Application Hardening With CIS Hardened Docker Images

Zend now offers CIS hardened Docker images for PHP applications, providing enhanced security and compliance. These images follow CIS Docker Benchmarks v1.6.0 and include guidance for securing the entire Docker environment. The article outlines a seven-step process for configuring and deploying these images, covering host configuration, Docker daemon settings, file permissions, runtime settings, and security operations. By using these hardened images, development teams can reduce risks, maintain compliance, and focus on other priorities while ensuring their PHP applications remain secure.