How can Zero Trust help prevent lateral movement during a cyberattack?

Zero trust can help prevent lateral movement during cyberattacks by enforcing strict access controls and verification processes. In a zero trust model, each user and device is verified and authenticated before being granted access to any network resources, regardless of their location. This approach reduces the attack surface and limits the ability of an attacker to move laterally within the network, as they would need to continuously authenticate and gain access at each step, making it harder for them to navigate and reach critical assets. Additionally, monitoring and analyzing user behavior and network traffic can help detect abnormal activities indicative of lateral movement attempts, allowing for immediate response and containment of threats.