You can now use Microsoft Entra ID authentication on Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL clusters in addition or instead of the native Postgres authentication. Microsoft Entra ID (formerly known as Azure AD) authentication integration with Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL allows you to improve managed database security by delegating credential management and authentication to a centralized identity provider.
Microsoft Entra ID supports advanced security features such as two-factor authentication options, password lifecycle management, applications and managed identities, and conditional access.
You can:
- Choose to have Microsoft Entra ID-only authentication on your Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL cluster.
- Combine Microsoft Entra ID authentication with native PostgreSQL roles.
- Configure authentication methods for each Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL cluster individually depending on its role and security requirements.
Microsoft Entra ID authentication integration with Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL provides full support for managed identities and support for invited users.
