20 Understanding Atlas and MongoDB security features
This chapter covers
- Learning Atlas’s shared responsibility model
- Using authentication, authorization, and auditing
- Encrypting data using customer-managed keys
- Securing network connections
- Defending Atlas in depth
In the digital age, cybersecurity is essential for protecting sensitive information from a wide range of advanced threats. Strong security measures help maintain data confidentiality (keeping information private), integrity (ensuring that data isn’t altered without permission), and availability (keeping data accessible). These three elements are the foundation for building customer trust, securing personal and business data, and meeting legal requirements across industries. Without effective cybersecurity, data breaches can lead to serious financial loss, regulatory penalties, and lasting reputational damage. Also, with remote work and cloud-based systems becoming the norm, the risk of cyberattacks is higher than ever, making cybersecurity a critical priority for every organization.