350-701 Security Concepts Practice Question
A security engineer is implementing a zero trust architecture. Which TWO principles are foundational to zero trust? (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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Least privilege access
Zero trust is based on 'never trust, always verify' and least privilege. Microsegmentation is a technique to enforce least privilege, but the core principles are never trust/always verify and least privilege.
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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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Implicit trust for internal users
Why it's wrong here
Zero trust does not assume implicit trust for any user, including internal ones.
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Single perimeter defense
Why it's wrong here
Zero trust eliminates reliance on a single perimeter.
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All traffic must be inspected by a firewall
Why it's wrong here
While verification is key, not all traffic necessarily passes through a traditional firewall.
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Least privilege access
Why this is correct
Least privilege is a fundamental concept in zero trust.
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Never trust, always verify
Why this is correct
This is a core principle of zero trust.
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