Authenticate DMS MongoDB Endpoints
Ensures MongoDB DMS endpoints have an appropriate authentication mechanism, securing access during data migration.
| Rule | DMS endpoints for MongoDB should have an authentication mechanism enabled |
| Framework | AWS Foundational Security Best Practices |
| Severity | ✔ Medium |
Rule Description:
MongoDB DMS endpoints should have an authentication mechanism enabled to ensure data security and comply with AWS Foundational Security Best Practices.
Troubleshooting Steps:
- 1.Check the current authentication settings for the MongoDB DMS endpoint.
- 2.Verify if credentials are properly configured and in use.
- 3.Ensure that the authentication method is compliant with AWS security best practices.
Necessary Codes:
No specific codes provided. Ensure that authentication mechanisms such as username/password or TLS certificates are properly configured.
Remediation Steps:
- 1.Connect to the AWS Management Console.
- 2.Go to the AWS DMS service.
- 3.Select the MongoDB DMS endpoint that needs authentication.
- 4.Click on the "Modify" action.
- 5.In the endpoint settings, enable authentication and choose an appropriate method (e.g., username/password).
- 6.Save the changes.
- 7.Test the connection to ensure the authentication is working properly.
CLI Command:
No specific CLI command provided. Configuration changes can be made through the AWS Management Console for MongoDB DMS endpoints.
By ensuring that authentication mechanisms are enabled for MongoDB DMS endpoints, you are enhancing the security of your data and complying with AWS Foundational Security Best Practices.