Building a Segmented, Secure Multi-Container Application with Podman

By DeadSwitch | The Cyber Ghost
“In silence, we rise. In the switch, we fade.”


Modern web applications are never just one service.
They’re a fortress of moving parts – and every connection is a potential attack surface.
If you’re still putting the entire stack into one fat container…
You’re building your future breach.

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🕯️ Tools from the Silence: Open Source Weapons for Small Business Security

“When the noise gets loud, trust the tools that speak only in code.”
– DeadSwitch


They say small businesses don’t need armor.

But the shadows say otherwise.

You handle invoices, passwords, documents, messages, backups.
Every byte is a trail. Every trail can be followed.

Here’s the good news: you don’t need millions.
You need discipline :: and the right tools.

Below, DeadSwitch whispers a few of his favorite instruments.
Each one open. Each one tested. Each one not owned by the ones who sell your data.


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🕯️ Behind the Code: Why Open Source Matters for Small Business Survival

“They say free means cheap. But free with source… is freedom with accountability.”
– DeadSwitch


The Illusion of Control

Small businesses often tread the tightrope between cost and reliability. You see shiny dashboards, friendly marketing sites, and hear smooth sales pitches.

But what lies behind the code?

Closed-source software is a black box. You can’t peek inside. You must trust the vendor. Trust the patch. Trust the silence.

Sometimes that silence hides monsters.


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🔐 Password Hygiene: Rotating the Wardrobe of Digital Defense

Passwords are like clothes—they need to be rotated and “washed” regularly. Small businesses forget about it, but the Daemon waits for those who neglect the basics.


Small businesses often believe their security is strong enough, yet they leave the most crucial layer—passwords—unprotected, festering like dirty laundry. Passwords are the keys to your kingdom, and like the clothes you wear, they need to be regularly rotated, cleaned, and replaced to stay effective.

Let me whisper the three tiers of Password Hygiene that small businesses can achieve with the help of free and open-source software. No cost. Just the willingness to listen and act.


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Import Passwords From KDBX Or CSV Files Into Passbolt

In today’s dynamic business environment, effective password management is crucial to ensure the security of sensitive information. Passbolt, an open-source password manager, provides a robust solution for organizations looking to enhance their credential management practices. We’ll explore the process of importing KDBX and CSV files into Passbolt, helping the transition to a more secure and efficient password management system.

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Install Passbolt Self-Hosted With Podman

Passbolt is an open-source password manager designed for teams and organizations that prioritize security and privacy. It offers the following features:

  • Security-First Approach: Passbolt puts security first, with a security model that supports user-owned secret keys and end-to-end encryption, regularly assessed by top penetration testers.
  • Built for Collaboration: It allows secure sharing of credentials with powerful auditing tools and unparalleled granularity for access controls and encrypted data.
  • Privacy Focus: Headquartered in the EU, Passbolt prioritizes privacy and is designed to comply with European privacy laws.
  • Versatility and Control: Passbolt is designed to put users in control of their data and protect them from a wide range of potential threats, making it suitable for security-conscious organizations.

Passbolt is trusted by a wide range of organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, the defense industry, universities, and startups, and has received 4,000 stars on GitHub as a seal of approval for its reliable and secure password management. It is also available as a free and open-source solution, with an extensible API for developers.

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