prowler/docs/tutorials/mongodbatlas/authentication.md

MongoDB Atlas Authentication

MongoDB Atlas provider uses HTTP Digest Authentication with API key pairs consisting of a public key and private key.

Authentication Methods

Command-Line Arguments

prowler mongodbatlas --atlas-public-key <public_key> --atlas-private-key <private_key>

Environment Variables

export ATLAS_PUBLIC_KEY=<public_key>
export ATLAS_PRIVATE_KEY=<private_key>
prowler mongodbatlas

Creating API Keys

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Log into MongoDB Atlas

   • Access the MongoDB Atlas console

2. Navigate to Access Manager

   • Go to the organization or project access management section

3. Select API Keys Tab

   • Click on the "API Keys" tab

4. Create API Key

   • Click "Create API Key"
   • Provide a description for the key

5. Set Permissions

   • Grant minimum required permissions

6. Save Credentials

   • Note the public key and private key
   • Store credentials securely

For more details about MongoDB Atlas, see the MongoDB Atlas Tutorial.