Auditing and logging in MongoDB
Auditing and logging are essential for effective monitoring and administration of a system. Both provide records of activities that occur in the database, but they serve different purposes and have different characteristics. In certain contexts, the concepts may overlap. Let's explore the differences between auditing and logging in MongoDB:
- Goal:
- Audit: The main purpose of auditing is to provide a detailed record of specific actions that occur in the database related to data access and modification. These records are generally created for compliance, security, and investigation purposes.
- Log: MongoDB logs, on the other hand, capture a variety of information about server operations and state. This includes error messages, system alerts, boot information, and other system events. Logs are intended for monitoring, diagnosing, and optimizing system performance.
- Granularity:
- Audit: Auditing offers fine granularity, allowing administrators to...
