350-701 Security Concepts Practice Question
A security administrator is implementing a zero-trust architecture. Which two principles are core to the zero-trust model? (Choose two.)
Answer choices
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 based on 'never trust, always verify' and least privilege access.
Answer analysis
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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Single perimeter defense
Why it's wrong here
Zero trust uses microsegmentation, not a single perimeter.
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Implicit trust for internal networks
Why it's wrong here
Zero trust assumes no implicit trust.
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Never trust, always verify
Why this is correct
This is a foundational principle of zero trust.
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Trust but verify
Why it's wrong here
Zero trust does not automatically trust; it requires verification.
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Least privilege access
Why this is correct
Users and devices are granted minimal necessary access.
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