In this blog, we will explore how to securely access Azure Key Vault from a Python App Service using managed identity. This method enhances security by avoiding the need to store credentials in code or configuration files. If you are interested in connecting to an Azure SQL database from a Python Function App using managed identity.
Azure Key Vault is a cloud service that provides a secure store for secrets, keys, and certificates. With managed identities for Azure resources, you can authenticate to services that support Azure AD authentication without needing credentials in your code.
Let’s dive into the steps to achieve this with a Python App Service.
Steps:
- Create a Python App Service in Azure: Start by creating a Python App Service from the Azure portal. Ensure that you select a runtime that supports Python and configure your app as needed.
- Enable Managed Identity:In the Azure portal, navigate to your App Service and enable a system-assigned managed identity. This action will create an identity in Azure AD that is tied to your App Service.
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