Problem
When attempting to run Vault CLI commands with HCP Vault, you receive a {"errors":["permission denied"]} Error.
Cause
The Vault Namespace is not exported as an environment variable.
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In our previous article, we explored how to integrate GitLab with a self-hosted HashiCorp Vault to manage secrets securely. Building on that foundation, today’s focus shifts to utilizing HashiCorp Cloud Platform (HCP) Vault as a secret storage solution for GitLab. HCP Vault offers the same robust security features as the self-hosted version but with the added benefits of being fully managed and maintained by HashiCorp. This means you can enjoy streamlined setup, reduced operational overhead, and seamless scaling. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of integrating HCP Vault with GitLab, ensuring your secrets are stored securely in the cloud while maintaining the efficiency of your CI/CD pipelines.
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GitLab, a popular DevOps platform known for its robust features and seamless integration, has long lacked a native secret store for securely managing sensitive information such as API keys, passwords, and tokens. Despite numerous requests from its user community, this feature has remained on the platform’s wishlist without implementation. As a workaround, GitLab recommends integrating with HashiCorp Vault, a well-regarded tool for secrets management, to fill this gap. This integration allows users to leverage the strengths of both GitLab and HashiCorp Vault, ensuring secure and efficient handling of secrets within their DevOps workflows.
