Helm 4 has launched, marking the package manager's 10th anniversary and the first major update in six years. This version enhances application deployment safety and addresses challenges like CI/CD complexity and security across Kubernetes environments. Key features include an improved SDK, a new plugin system, and support for future chart enhancements.

This article marks the 10th anniversary of Helm, which started during a hackathon after Kubernetes 1.1.0 was released. It highlights Helm's evolution from its initial commit to becoming a key part of the Kubernetes ecosystem. The post also notes its early exposure at the first KubeCon.

OSDFIR Infrastructure facilitates the deployment and integration of various open-source digital forensics tools on Kubernetes clusters using Helm. It supports tools like Timesketch, Yeti, and GRR, enabling collaborative forensic analysis and incident response. Users can easily install and configure the infrastructure by following Helm commands and documentation provided in the repository.

The article provides a step-by-step guide for testing configuration scanners on a deliberately insecure Kubernetes deployment using Terraform and Helm. It outlines the setup of an EKS cluster with insecure application pods, detailing the commands needed for deployment, testing, and cleanup, while highlighting the various security vulnerabilities present in the deployed applications.