350-701 Security Concepts Practice Question
A company is implementing a Zero Trust architecture. Which THREE principles are core to the Zero Trust model? (Choose three.)
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Never trust, always verify
Zero Trust is built on the principles of never trust, always verify; least privilege; and microsegmentation to enforce granular access controls.
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Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Trust but verify
Why it's wrong here
Trust but verify is the opposite of Zero Trust; Zero Trust assumes no implicit trust.
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Never trust, always verify
Why this is correct
This is the fundamental principle of Zero Trust.
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Least privilege access
Why this is correct
Users and devices should have only the minimum required permissions.
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Microsegmentation
Why this is correct
Network segmentation into small zones with strict controls.
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Defense in depth
Why it's wrong here
Defense in depth is a complementary concept but not a core principle of Zero Trust.
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