Zero trust is a security framework based on the principle that no user or device, whether inside or outside a network, should be automatically trusted. Zero trust requires all access requests to be continuously authenticated, authorized, and validated against strict security policies, regardless of origin or previous approval. This approach aims to reduce the risk of data breaches by assuming that threats may already exist within a network and that perimeter-based defenses alone are insufficient. Organizations implementing Zero trust often use technologies such as multi-factor authentication, micro-segmentation, and continuous monitoring to enforce granular access controls and minimize potential attack surfaces. Adoption of zero trust has grown significantly in response to evolving cyber threats and the increasing complexity of modern IT environments, including cloud services and remote workforces. This model is recognized as a leading practice by 🏷️#cybersecurity authorities and is widely discussed in industry standards and guidelines.
