Understanding CyberSecurity Core Concepts: Defense in Depth, Zero Trust and Least Privilege
Cybersecurity is a critical aspect of modern business operations, and attacks on businesses are on the rise. Small business experienc ~60% of all data breaches. Not only that, the majority of companies are seeing more targeted, damaging and sophisticated attacks. There are several key concepts that all companies should familiarize themselves with in order to protect their networks and data from cyber attacks. Below is a brief overview of core cybersecurity concepts that help minimize your risk.
Defense in Depth
Defense in depth refers to the use of multiple layers of security controls to protect a network or system. This approach is based on the idea that no single security measure can provide complete protection against cyber attacks. By using a combination of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other security measures, organizations can create a layered defense that makes it more difficult for attackers to penetrate their networks.
Zero Trust
Zero trust is the assumption that all IT activity is potentially malicious and should be treated as such. Traditional perimeter-based security models are no longer adequate in today’s environment especially with the rise of remote work. Your staff no longer access company data and resources within the confines of your secured office environment. In a zero trust environment, every device, user, and application must be verified and authenticated before being granted access to resources. This significantly decreases the risk of unauthorized access.
Least Privilege
Similar to Zero Trust, Least privilege is a security principle that promotes limiting the access and permissions of users and applications to only the resources they need to perform their job functions. This approach is based on the idea that users and applications should only be given the minimum level of access necessary to perform their tasks, which reduces the risk of unauthorized access or misuse of sensitive information. By implementing least privilege, organizations can better protect their networks and data from cyber attacks.
These are three essential concepts of cybersecurity that companies should understand and adopt to protect their business. These concepts work together to create a layered defense, minimize the attack surface, and reduce the risk of unauthorized access.
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