How does zero trust affect application security?

Zero trust strengthens application security to protect against modern cyber threats by assuming that no user or application should be trusted by default, regardless of their location within or outside the network. Zero trust architectures verify every user and device trying to connect to the application, ensuring that they meet specific security criteria before granting access. This approach reduces the attack surface, minimizes the risk of lateral movement of threats, and detects and responds to potential security incidents more effectively. Through continuous verification and monitoring, zero trust helps prevent unauthorized access and enhances the overall security posture of applications against modern cyber threats.