Ensure Cosmos DB has firewall rules configured
Cosmos DB should restrict network access using firewall rules or virtual network service endpoints.
Security Impact
Without firewall rules, Cosmos DB is accessible from any internet location.
How to Remediate
Configure IP firewall rules or enable virtual network service endpoints for Cosmos DB account.
Affected Resources
Compliance Frameworks
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Check Details
- Check ID
- azure-cosmosdb-1
- Service
- Azure Cosmos DB
- Category
- Network Security
- Severity
- HIGH
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