
Open Policy Agent Gatekeeper
7.2#3 in kubernetes security softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxSelf-hosted
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| Fact | Open Policy Agent Gatekeeper | PolicyCortex |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Gatekeeper is a validating and mutating Kubernetes webhook that enforces CRD-based policies evaluated by Open Policy Agent. | PolicyCortex is a compliance and assurance platform for regulated cloud and AI systems that connects requirements, control implementation, remediation, and verifiable evidence. |
Gatekeeper suits teams managing Kubernetes clusters that need policy enforcement, mutation or recurring audits of existing resources. It is self-hosted and requires cluster-admin permissions to install.
It suits organizations managing regulated cloud or AI systems across multiple providers and compliance frameworks. Teams needing assessment decisions must use a separate assessor or authority.