Is certbot Safe? Docker Container Security Analysis 2026
certbot is a Docker container by certbot with a Nerq Trust Score of 60/100 (Grade C). Verdict: CAUTION. Docker containers execute arbitrary code — always verify trust before pulling. 327.0M total pulls. Last analyzed April 2026.
60
Trust Score
C
Grade
327.0M
Pulls
667
Stars
About certbot
Official build of EFF's Certbot tool for obtaining TLS/SSL certificates from Let's Encrypt.
Container Security Details
Docker containers can access host resources, network, and data. This analysis evaluates the publisher's trustworthiness, image maintenance, and known security issues.
| Publisher | certbot |
|---|---|
| Source | Docker Hub |
| Total Pulls | 326,992,547 |
| Stars | 667 |
| Security Score | Pending/100 |
| Activity Score | Pending/100 |
| Documentation | Pending/100 |
| EU AI Act Class | Pending |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the certbot Docker image safe?
certbot has a Nerq Trust Score of 60/100 (Grade C). Verdict: caution. Docker containers can execute arbitrary code, so always verify trust before pulling.
Does certbot have vulnerabilities?
Security score: pending/100. Check the full analysis above for CVE data, maintenance status, and community trust signals.
How many people use certbot?
certbot has 327.0M pulls on Docker Hub, indicating widespread adoption.
What are alternatives to certbot?
See similar containers listed above, ranked by trust score and pull count.
Is certbot maintained?
Activity score: pending/100. A higher score indicates more recent updates and active maintenance.
Disclaimer: Nerq trust scores are automated assessments. Not endorsements. Last updated April 2026.