> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.rad.security/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Overview

> Complete guide to installing and configuring RAD Security on Kubernetes clusters

# Overview

## Overview

The RAD Plugins Helm chart is a vital component of the RAD security platform, designed to enhance Kubernetes security through a suite of specialized plugins.

RAD Security provides a streamlined management process for security plugins. You can perform a variety of actions to maintain and update your security posture within Kubernetes:

* **Install:** Initialize your security infrastructure with custom configurations specific to your cluster needs
* **Upgrade:** Keep security measures up-to-date with straightforward upgrade paths
* **Delete (Uninstall):** Remove RAD plugins cleanly without leaving residual configurations
* **Verify:** Ensure plugins are running correctly after any action

## Prerequisites

Before installing RAD Security on your Kubernetes cluster, ensure you meet the following requirements:

### System Requirements

* **Kubernetes Version**: 1.20 or higher
* **Helm Version**: v3.0 or higher
* **kubectl**: Admin access to the cluster
* **Cert-manager**: Must be installed for secure plugin communication

### Cluster Access

* **RBAC Permissions**: Cluster admin or equivalent permissions
* **Network Access**: Outbound HTTPS access to RAD API servers
* **Storage**: Persistent volume support for data storage

### Resource Requirements

* **CPU**: Minimum 2 cores per node for runtime monitoring
* **Memory**: Minimum 4GB RAM per node
* **Storage**: 10GB persistent storage for logs and data

## Network Requirements

### Outbound Connections

RAD Security requires outbound HTTPS connections to:

* `api.rad.security` - Main API endpoint

## Installation

Installation is straightforward with Helm, including setting up a values.yaml file with your specific configuration and verifying the installation with kubectl commands.

For detailed installation steps, refer to the [RAD artifact.io plugins page](https://artifacthub.io/packages/helm/rad/rad-plugins).

<Note>
  **RAD Plugins**: The RAD pods require outbound access to RAD API server, and the Helm chart should be kept up-to-date to ensure the latest security features and fixes are applied.
</Note>

## Security Considerations

* **RBAC**: RAD Security creates minimal RBAC permissions
* **Network Policies**: Compatible with Kubernetes Network Policies
* **Pod Security Standards**: Follows restricted pod security standards
* **Image Security**: All images are signed and scanned

## Troubleshooting

### Common Issues

1. **Cert-manager Missing**: Install cert-manager before RAD Security
2. **Insufficient Permissions**: Ensure cluster admin access
3. **Network Connectivity**: Verify outbound HTTPS access
4. **Resource Constraints**: Check CPU and memory limits

### Support

For additional help with installation requirements, contact RAD Security support or refer to the troubleshooting guide.