How can I integrate HashiCorp Vault with Docker?

How can I integrate HashiCorp Vault with Docker?

To integrate HashiCorp Vault with Docker, you can use the official Vault Docker image. First, pull the image using docker pull hashicorp/vault. Then, you can run Vault in a container with the command docker run --cap-add=IPC_LOCK -d --name=vault -e 'VAULT_DEV_ROOT_TOKEN_ID=myroot' -p 8200:8200 hashicorp/vault.

What are the steps to configure Vault after running it in Docker?

After running Vault, you need to initialize it using vault operator init, which will give you unseal keys and a root token. Then, unseal Vault with the unseal keys using vault operator unseal <key>. Finally, authenticate using the root token with vault login <token>.

Can I use Docker Compose to set up Vault?

Yes, you can use Docker Compose to set up Vault. Create a docker-compose.yml file with the Vault service configuration, and then run docker-compose up to start the service.

What are some best practices for using Vault with Docker?

Some best practices include using a secure backend for storage, enabling audit logging, and regularly rotating your secrets.