Zero Trust
A security model based on the principle of never trust, always verify. Zero trust requires strict identity verification for every user and device attempting to access resources, regardless of their location on or off the network.
Extended Explanation
Zero trust architecture eliminates implicit trust based on network location. Key principles include least privilege access, microsegmentation, continuous verification, and assuming breach. Implementation requires strong identity management, device health verification, network segmentation, and comprehensive monitoring. Zero trust is increasingly adopted as remote work and cloud services dissolve traditional network perimeters.
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