To enhance the security of its cloud-based database platform, MongoDB has introduced passwordless authentication using X.509 certificates for MongoDB Atlas clusters with a minimum capacity of M10+. This feature reduces security risks by authenticating directly from certificate files, eliminating the need for passwords and minimizing phishing attacks. The new "Easy" option auto-generates certificates to authenticate users, while the "Advanced" option allows users to upload their existing CA certificate and integrate it with LDAPS for enhanced security. With this update, MongoDB continues to push the boundaries of innovation in data security, offering customers a range of advanced features to protect their sensitive data.