Cybersecurity glossary
What is zero trust?
Also known as: zero trust architecture, ZTNA
Definition
Zero trust is a security model that grants access per request based on verified identity, device health and context, rather than trusting anything inside a network perimeter.
Why it matters
Core building blocks are strong identity with MFA, device management, least privilege, segmentation and continuous monitoring. Small organizations can start with SSO and MFA for every app.
Common questions about zero trust
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