https://support.tools/tags/security-hardening/Recent content in Security Hardening on Support ToolsHugoen-USFri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:00 -0600https://support.tools/post/mysql-authentication-plugins-aws-rds-migration-guide/Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:00 -0600https://support.tools/post/mysql-authentication-plugins-aws-rds-migration-guide/<h1 id="mysql-authentication-plugin-migration-navigating-the-shift-from-mysql_native_password-to-caching_sha2_password-in-aws-rds">MySQL Authentication Plugin Migration: Navigating the Shift from mysql_native_password to caching_sha2_password in AWS RDS</h1> <p>The MySQL authentication landscape has undergone significant changes, particularly affecting AWS RDS and Aurora MySQL deployments. The transition from <code>mysql_native_password</code> to <code>caching_sha2_password</code> as the default authentication plugin represents more than just a configuration change—it&rsquo;s a fundamental shift toward enhanced security and performance that requires careful planning and execution.</p> <p>This comprehensive guide explores the authentication plugin ecosystem, migration strategies, and best practices for managing this transition in production environments.</p>