350-701 Security Concepts Practice Question
An organization wants to implement a security model where no user or device is trusted by default, regardless of whether they are inside or outside the network perimeter. Which concept does this describe?
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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Zero Trust
Zero Trust assumes no implicit trust and verifies every access request.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Defense in depth
Why it's wrong here
Defense in depth uses multiple layers of security, but not necessarily no trust.
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Least privilege
Why it's wrong here
Least privilege limits permissions but is a component of Zero Trust, not the entire model.
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Zero Trust
Why this is correct
Zero Trust enforces 'never trust, always verify'.
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Network segmentation
Why it's wrong here
Segmentation divides the network but does not inherently distrust all entities.
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