You’ve been lied to. Kube-Proxy is NOT mandatory in Kubernetes.
🚫 Myth: Kubernetes needs Kube-Proxy to function.
✅ Reality: Kubernetes can run just fine without Kube-Proxy if a CNI plugin like Cilium takes over its job using eBPF-based networking.
The Shocking Truth
Kube-Proxy traditionally manages service-to-pod communication using iptables/ipvs, but that comes with overhead. What if you could eliminate it entirely?
That’s where Cilium steps in. Instead of routing packets through layers of iptables, Cilium hooks directly into the kernel using eBPF—handling traffic dynamically, efficiently, and at lightning speed.
Why Should You Care?
⚡ Lower Latency – No more iptables slowdowns.
📈 Better Scalability – Handles massive clusters with ease.
🔒 Stronger Security – Enables fine-grained network policies & deep observability.
So next time someone tells you Kube-Proxy is mandatory, challenge them. Kubernetes can be even more powerful without it.
Have you tried Kubernetes without Kube-Proxy? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️
