Podman unveils new feature 'Podmansh' in v4.6.0 to enhance user access management within a container

Podman, an open-source tool for managing containers, pods, and images, has unveiled a new feature in its latest version, v4.6.0, named Podmansh. This feature is expected to revolutionize the way system administrators manage access to resources.

The increasing demand for a mechanism to confine users within predefined boundaries is met by the podmansh command. This command allows system administrators to execute user shells within a container whenever a user logs into the system.

Security is a top priority with Podmansh. Users are confined to their container environment, with all security mechanisms, including SELinux, in place. System information available within the container is strictly limited to volumes leaked into the container, ensuring a high level of security and isolation.

The new feature also enhances user experience. When a user session begins, systemd automatically creates the associated container. When all connections to the user session are removed, systemd takes down the container. This allows users to log into the system multiple times, each time connecting to the same container.

In conclusion, Podman v4.6.0's Podmansh feature is set to transform how system administrators manage user access and control, while maintaining a high level of security and confidentiality.