[Solved] How can you combine EndpointSlices with Network Policies to control traffic to specific pods? — Ans: Use EndpointSlices labels to select pods in NetworkPolicy selectors | Kubernetes

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How can you combine EndpointSlices with Network Policies to control traffic to specific pods?

AApply NetworkPolicy only on Endpoints resource

BConfigure NetworkPolicy to block EndpointSlices resource directly

CUse EndpointSlices labels to select pods in NetworkPolicy selectors

DEndpointSlices cannot be used with Network Policies

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand NetworkPolicy selectors
NetworkPolicies select pods based on labels to allow or deny traffic.
Step 2: Use EndpointSlices labels
EndpointSlices carry labels matching pods, so NetworkPolicies can use these labels to control traffic.
Final Answer:
Use EndpointSlices labels to select pods in NetworkPolicy selectors -> Option C
Quick Check:
EndpointSlices labels used in NetworkPolicy selectors [OK]

Quick Trick: NetworkPolicy selects pods via labels on EndpointSlices [OK]

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