Cybersecurity definition
What is Zero Trust?
By Cyber Tool Stack Editorial TeamUpdated
Definition
A security approach that verifies every request based on identity, device, and context, instead of assuming anything is safe just because it's already inside the corporate network.
Where Zero Trust fits in the security landscape
These beginner lessons use this term while explaining the surrounding security control.
Related cybersecurity terms
IAMIdentity and Access ManagementThe system that manages who employees are, what they're allowed to access, and how that access is granted and revoked over their time at a company.Least PrivilegeThe security principle of granting a person or system only the minimum access needed to do a specific task, rather than broad standing permissions.