Security
In today’s technology-driven world, data security is paramount. With the increasing volume of sensitive information being stored and transmitted, ensuring its protection is crucial to avoid potential risks and consequences.
Security is an ongoing process that requires continuous monitoring and improvement. As administrators, it’s essential to stay informed about the latest security practices, respond to incidents when they occur, and proactively address potential vulnerabilities before they lead to problems.
MongoDB offers a variety of security measures to protect your data, whether it’s at rest, in transit, or in use. Security involves two key components: authentication, which controls who can access the data, and authorization, which defines the level of access. Additionally, protecting data requires encryption, such as Transport Layer Security (TLS) and MongoDB’s Queryable Encryption.
This chapter will cover the following topics...
