Chainguard is a pioneering company dedicated to enhancing software security by providing secure, minimal, and continuously updated container images, virtual machines , and language libraries. Their solutions are designed to eliminate vulnerabilities and streamline compliance, enabling organizations to build and deploy software with confidence.
Key Features and Functionality:
- Chainguard Containers: A comprehensive catalog of over 1,400 minimal, zero-known-CVE container images, including application images , base images , FIPS-compliant images, and AI-optimized images.
- Chainguard Libraries: A guarded collection of malware-resistant language libraries, built securely from source, providing end-to-end integrity and native protection at package build and distribution.
- Chainguard VMs: Minimal, purpose-built, zero-CVE virtual machine images optimized for ephemeral environments, offering a secure foundation for containerized applications across various cloud service providers.
Primary Value and Problem Solved:
Chainguard addresses the critical need for secure software supply chains by offering solutions that eliminate vulnerabilities, reduce engineering toil, and simplify compliance. By providing continuously updated, minimal, and secure artifacts, Chainguard enables organizations to focus on innovation and accelerate time-to-market while maintaining robust security postures.