How does Zero Trust influence the design of network security controls?

Zero trust influences the design of advanced network security controls by assuming that threats may already exist inside the network and thus requires strict authentication, authorization, and verification mechanisms for all users and devices attempting to access resources. This approach focuses on continuous monitoring, least privilege access, micro-segmentation, and encryption to enhance security and prevent lateral movement of threats within the network. In essence, zero trust shifts the traditional perimeter-based security model to a more dynamic and risk-adaptive framework that strengthens overall network security.