Zero-Trust: 5 Steps To Transition From Hype To Reality
Security Boulevard, Friday, September 8,2023
The paradigm shift toward zero-trust has been years in the making for some organizations, while others still regard it as an aspiration. Although many organizations have touted their success in implementing the key principles, the journey toward full implementation is expected to be gradual.
A 2023 PWC report states that only 36% of CISOs have started their journey to zero-trust, and 25% plan to initiate their zero-trust journey within the next two years. This article explores the paradigm shift toward zero-trust in the realm of cybersecurity, examining its gradual adoption among organizations and the need for its implementation to combat the evolving threat landscape.
Understanding the Need for Zero-Trust
Zero-trust revolutionizes organizations' understanding of threats. Traditionally, external actors are considered the primary risk while assuming that those inside the network are inherently known and trustworthy.