Runtime Security and Behavioral Analysis

Runtime container security extends beyond pre-deployment scanning to monitor running containers for suspicious behavior. Runtime scanners establish behavioral baselines during normal operation then alert on deviations that might indicate compromise. These tools monitor system calls, network connections, file access patterns, and process execution to detect potential attacks.

Integration with orchestration platforms enables automated response to runtime threats. When scanners detect suspicious behavior, they can trigger pod eviction, network isolation, or forensic data collection. Configure responses based on threat severity and business impact. Critical production workloads might only log alerts for manual review, while development environments might automatically terminate compromised containers.

Compliance monitoring ensures containers maintain security posture throughout their lifecycle. Runtime scanners continuously validate that containers comply with CIS benchmarks, PCI-DSS requirements, or custom organizational policies. This continuous compliance checking catches configuration drift and ensures security controls remain effective as applications evolve.