New MongoDB field-level encryption can help prevent data breaches

MongoDB has released a new version today featuring field-level encryption (FLE), a new mechanism that protects sensitive information stored in a database even if attackers compromise the database itself or the server it runs on.

MongoDB 4.2’s FLE implementation does not involve storing keys or performing any encryption and decryption operations on the server. Instead, these operations are performed by the MongoDB client library, also known as the driver, which is used by applications.

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