New Technical Guide: Deploying and Securing Ubuntu on Azure

A new O’Reilly guide, “Deploying, Securing, and Monitoring Linux Workloads on Azure” has been released.

Chapter 4 is specifically dedicated to Ubuntu and Canonical on Azure, providing a deep dive into:

  • Azure-Optimized Images: Best practices for Pro, FIPS-compliant, and Confidential VM images.

  • Enhanced Security: Implementing Kernel Livepatch, AppArmor, and Full Disk Encryption.

  • Compliance: Hardening workflows using CIS benchmarks and DISA STIG.

  • Cloud Native Ubuntu: Utilizing Chiseled images, Rocks, and Juju charms for orchestration.

Link to the full book: https://marketingassets.microsoft.com/gdc/gdcPF6k6Z/original