Kubernetes Myth #10: Kube-Proxy Assigns IP Addresses to Pods

Many believe that Kube-Proxy is responsible for assigning IP addresses to Pods. But is that really the case? ❌ Myth: Kube-Proxy assigns IP addresses to Pods. ✅ Reality: The CNI (Container Network Interface) plugin handles Pod IP address allocation!

Mar 12, 2025 - 15:40
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Kubernetes Myth #10: Kube-Proxy Assigns IP Addresses to Pods

Many believe that Kube-Proxy is responsible for assigning IP addresses to Pods. But is that really the case?

❌ Myth: Kube-Proxy assigns IP addresses to Pods.

✅ Reality: The CNI (Container Network Interface) plugin handles Pod IP address allocation!