The document discusses security enhancements in Hortonworks Data Platform (HDP) 2.2, including centralized security with Apache Ranger and API security with Apache Knox. It provides an overview of Ranger's ability to centrally administer, authorize, and audit access across Hadoop. Knox is described as securing access to Hadoop APIs from various devices and applications by acting as a gateway. The document highlights new features for Ranger and Knox in HDP 2.2 such as deeper integration with Hadoop components and Ambari management capabilities.