Zero Trust is not merely a product or a technology; it is a paradigm shift in cybersecurity. The fundamental principle of Zero Trust is "never trust, always verify." This approach assumes that threats can emerge from both inside and outside an organization’s network, and therefore, access should be granted only after strict authentication and validation.
The Zero Trust Model Emphasizes:
· Strong Identity Verification: Ensuring that users and devices are rigorously authenticated before accessing resources.
· Least Privilege Access: Limiting access rights to only what is necessary for users to perform their tasks.
· Continuous Monitoring: Constantly evaluating and reassessing access permissions and behavior in real time.
· Micro-Segmentation: Dividing the network into smaller zones to minimize lateral movement in the event of a breach.