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Trivy Rootfs vs Filesystem: Understanding the Difference Between Scan Targets

Confused by Trivy rootfs vs filesystem scan targets? Learn when to scan OS packages with rootfs and source code/configs with filesystem for effective vulnerability detection.

deep-dive
Mar 23, 2026
How Trivy Kubernetes Cluster Scanning Works: Architecture and Implementation

Discover how Trivy Kubernetes cluster scanning works. Learn about its architecture, implementation, and how it collects data and scans for vulnerabilities, secrets, and misconfigurations.

architecture
Mar 23, 2026
How to Configure Trivy with a Config File Instead of Command-Line Flags

Learn how to configure Trivy with a YAML config file instead of command line flags. Streamline your security scanning with this maintainable approach.

how-to-guide
Mar 23, 2026
Trivy Database Lock Error: How to Fix "Cache May Be in Use by Another Process"

Fix the Trivy database lock error where the cache is in use by another process. Learn to resolve this issue by switching cache backends or terminating conflicts.

how-to-guide
Mar 23, 2026
How Trivy Scans Remote Git Repositories: Architecture and Implementation

Learn how Trivy scans remote Git repositories. Discover its architecture, implementation details, and how it clones and analyzes source code for vulnerabilities.

architecture
Mar 23, 2026
How to Use Trivy in CI/CD Pipelines: GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, and Jenkins Integration Guide

Learn how to integrate Trivy into your CI/CD pipelines. This guide covers GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, and Jenkins for automated vulnerability scanning in every commit.

how-to-guide
Mar 23, 2026
What Programming Languages and Package Managers Does Trivy Support for SBOM Generation?

Trivy generates SBOMs for 13 programming languages including Ruby Python Java Go and Rust. Discover supported languages and package managers for accurate software bill of materials.

faq
Mar 23, 2026
How Trivy Parallel Scanning Boosts Performance: A Deep Dive into the Generic Pipeline

Discover how Trivy parallel scanning enhances performance using its generic pipeline and worker goroutines for faster vulnerability analysis. Learn more about context cancellation.

deep-dive
Mar 23, 2026
How Trivy's Database Update Mechanism Works: A Technical Deep Dive into the Source Code

Explore Trivy's database update mechanism. Learn how the lightweight DB client efficiently downloads new vulnerability data by checking OCI registry timestamps and local cache freshness.

internals
Mar 23, 2026
Trivy Report Formats: JSON, CycloneDX, SPDX, and SARIF Explained

Explore Trivy report formats including JSON, CycloneDX, SPDX, and SARIF. Learn how to leverage these formats for effective vulnerability analysis and compliance.

api-reference
Mar 23, 2026
How to Use Trivy Compliance Scanning for Docker CIS and Kubernetes Benchmarks

Learn to use Trivy compliance scanning for Docker CIS and Kubernetes benchmarks. Secure your containers and clusters with built-in security checks. Get started now.

how-to-guide
Mar 23, 2026
Trivy Module System vs Plugins: Understanding Wasm Extensions and Binary Plugins

Explore Trivy modules and plugins. Understand how WebAssembly extensions customize scanning versus binary plugins offering full host access. Enhance your Trivy workflow.

deep-dive
Mar 23, 2026

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