Container vulnerability management doesn't have to be complex. This guide will help you start using Root to automatically detect and remediate vulnerabilities in your container images in just a few minutes.
Prerequisites
Before diving into container remediation, ensure you have these essential components ready. Root requires:
- Registry access with read/write permissions
- Debian-Bookworm based images (AMD64 architecture)
- Valid Root account credentials
Having these prerequisites in place will ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
Getting Started
Root streamlines the process of securing your container images through automated vulnerability detection and patching. Follow these steps to protect your first container:
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Connect Your Registry
First, you'll need to link your container registry to Root. This secure connection enables Root to scan and remediate your images:
- Navigate to the inventory page
- Click "Connect to registry"
- Enter registry credentials
- Test connection with an existing image
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Select and Scan
Once connected, you can begin scanning and remediating your container images. Root will automatically analyze and patch vulnerabilities:
- Enter image repo/name:tag
- Click "Let's Get Rooted"
- Wait for scan completion
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Access Remediated Image
After remediation, Root provides everything you need to start using your secured container:
- Locate new image with "_rootio" suffix
- Use provided Docker command to pull
- View results in triage center
Important Notes
Understanding these key points will help you get the most out of Root's remediation capabilities:
- All remediated images are automatically tagged with "_rootio" suffix for easy identification
- Root applies both proprietary patches and upstream updates to maximize vulnerability coverage
- The triage center provides detailed analysis of vulnerabilities and remediation actions
- Real-time status updates appear in the lower-right corner during processing
Next Steps
After successfully remediating your first image, consider:
- Setting up automated scanning for your most critical images
- Reviewing the triage center to understand your vulnerability landscape
- Exploring Root's advanced features for continuous container security
Getting Help
Our team is here to help you succeed with Root:
- Documentation: www.root.io/docs
- Support: support@root.io
Root transforms container security from a manual burden into an automated, efficient process. Start securing your containers today at: app.root.io..