Enhancing Airflow Security

Problem:

The client reported an issue and requested support to address potential vulnerabilities. A security issue was identified in an Apache Airflow instance, version 2.5.0, involving the absence of an account lockout mechanism.

Solution:

Our expert identified two key measures to enhance Airflow security and responded to the client’s request with the following recommendations:

• Implementing an HTTPS Certificate:

  This measure was recommended to encrypt communication between users and the Airflow server, preventing unauthorized access and protecting sensitive information.

• Restricting Access via VPN:

  To further secure the system, it was suggested to configure Airflow to be accessible only through a Virtual Private Network (VPN). This would limit access to authorized users with VPN credentials, adding an additional layer of security.

Conclusion:

To mitigate the security risks associated with the lack of an account lockout mechanism, the recommended solutions included implementing an HTTPS certificate and restricting access via VPN. These measures were designed to secure communication and control user access.