The ASTRID (Addressing Threats for virtualized services) project focuses on addressing cybersecurity threats in virtualized services by implementing a conceptual architecture centered around security orchestration. This architecture encompasses service management and situational awareness as core elements. One of the primary objectives of ASTRID is the transition from traditional infrastructure-centric cybersecurity frameworks to embedded service-centric frameworks. This shift allows for more effective and comprehensive security measures that are specifically tailored to the needs of virtualized services. ASTRID also emphasizes the importance of in-kernel processing for efficient inspection and enforcement of security measures. By implementing in-kernel processing capabilities, the project aims to achieve fast and reliable detection of threats, as well as effective enforcement of security protocols. Overall, the ASTRID project aims to enhance cybersecurity in virtualized services by leveraging security orchestration, transitioning to embedded service-centric frameworks, and implementing in-kernel processing for rapid inspection and enforcement.
