When it comes to securing your network, there’s no such thing as being too cautious. The Cisco ACI Zero Trust security model is designed to help you protect your data and applications from unauthorized access, while still allowing legitimate users the access they need.
The Cisco ACI Zero Trust security model is built on three pillars:
• Identity: The first step in securing your network is to ensure that each user and device is uniquely identified. This can be done through a variety of methods, such as user names and passwords, digital certificates, or biometrics.
• Permissions: Once each user and device is uniquely identified, you need to determine what permissions they should have. This includes specifying which data and applications they can access, and what actions they can take.
• Context: In addition to identity and permissions, you also need to consider the context of each request. This includes the time, location, and device being used. All of this information can help you determine whether a request is legitimate or not.
Implementing a zero trust security model can be a challenge, but it’s essential for protecting your data and applications from unauthorized access. By taking the time to verify the identity of each user and device, and then verifying their permissions, you can help ensure that only the people and devices that you trust have access to your network.
