Security in Azure Cosmos DB

Microsoft Entra authentication using role-based access control is the **recommended** way to implement authentication in Azure Cosmos DB. There are also alternative, less recommended options for security for existing or legacy workloads.

Azure Cosmos DB for MongoDB (RU-based)

Overview

How-To Guide

Azure Cosmos DB for Apache Cassandra (RU-based)

Overview

How-To Guide

Azure Cosmos DB for Apache Gremlin

Overview

How-To Guide

Azure Cosmos DB for Table

Overview

How-To Guide

Legacy authentication methods (not recommended)

How-To Guide