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What does the Zero Trust security model signify?

The correct answer is A. Zero Trust security means that no one is trusted by default from inside or outside the network. In the Zero Trust security model, the fundamental principle is to maintain a posture of mistrust, assuming that no entity--whether inside or outside the network--is inherently trusted. It challenges the traditional security approach that once users and devices are inside the…

Submitted by deeparc· Mar 6, 2026Security Concepts

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What does the Zero Trust security model signify?

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  • AZero Trust security means that no one is trusted by default from inside or outside the network.
  • BZero Trust addresses access control and states that an individual should have only the minimum
  • CZero Trust states that no users should be given enough privileges to misuse the system on their
  • DZero Trust states that unless a subject is given explicit access to an object, it should be denied

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  • A
    90% (28)
  • C
    6% (2)
  • D
    3% (1)

Explanation

In the Zero Trust security model, the fundamental principle is to maintain a posture of mistrust, assuming that no entity--whether inside or outside the network--is inherently trusted. It challenges the traditional security approach that once users and devices are inside the network perimeter, they are automatically trusted. Instead, Zero Trust emphasizes continuous verification and strict access controls, requiring authentication and validation for every access attempt, regardless of the user's location or device. This model aims to minimize the potential impact of security breaches by reducing the assumption of trust and implementing rigorous access controls and verification mechanisms.

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