Anchore
Secure Your Software Supply Chain.
Overview
Anchore provides tools to secure the software supply chain, with a strong focus on container image analysis. It generates a detailed Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) for each image, scans for vulnerabilities, and allows users to define and enforce custom security policies. It is available as an open-source engine and a commercial enterprise product.
✨ Key Features
- Deep container image analysis and SBOM generation
- Vulnerability scanning
- Custom policy-based compliance enforcement
- Integration into CI/CD pipelines
- Malware scanning
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Best-in-class SBOM generation
- Powerful and flexible policy engine
- Strong presence in the public sector and regulated industries
Unique Value: Provides deep visibility into the contents of container images and enables organizations to enforce granular security and compliance policies throughout the software supply chain.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Securing software supply chains for government and federal agencies (FedRAMP)
- Automated compliance checks for regulated industries
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users who only need a place to store container images
🏆 Alternatives
Anchore's strength lies in its policy engine and SBOM capabilities, which are often more advanced than those found in other security scanning tools.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Open-source version (Syft, Grype)
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