Integrating azure network rules for storage account through terraform in CI/CD pipelines: automating storage account access restrictions to public IP

Abstract

The research discusses the automation of the Azure storage account network rule through Terraform. It
advocates for security enhancements like the inclusion of MFA in the case of a storage account and migration
toward a zero-trust security model, automation of vulnerability scanning and compliance checks through the CI/CD
pipelines, shifting left of security risk detection. Emphasis can also be laid on logging and monitoring activities
regarding changes in network rules and attempts to access storage accounts. Advanced security coupled with
automation improves the management, security and operational efficiency of Azure storage accounts multiple.