The “Drop and execute new binary in container” event in a Kubernetes cluster indicates that a container has attempted to drop a file and execute it as a binary within the container.
This event could potentially indicate a malicious activity, as dropping and executing new binaries within a container can be a security risk.
To investigate this event, you can use the following steps:
Identify the affected container using the container name or ID.
Inspect the dropped file to determine its origin and purpose.
Analyze the container’s configuration and image to identify any potential vulnerabilities or misconfigurations that may have allowed this event to occur.