For a long time, organizations believed that cybersecurity attacks occurred due to bad external actors. They functioned on the belief that everything inside the organization is safe. They formulated security strategies and invested in cybersecurity technologies based on those beliefs.
However, a closer look at the patterns and the rise in cybersecurity attacks revealed that internal networks, endpoints, and assets could equally pose cybersecurity risks to organizations. Research shows the frequency of insider threats has increased by 44%, and the global costs of these threats have risen by 31%. The problems have been exacerbated further due to remote working, bring-your-own-device practices, and cloud computing. This revelation has led organizations to take a zero-trust approach to security.
What Is a Zero-Trust Security Model?
The zero-trust security model is a security framework that safeguards the organization's networks from internal and external threats. The organization considers the internal network as vulnerable as external networks and proactively monitors every endpoint, user identity, and network for threats. Today, over 90% of organizations are using the zero-trust security model. Gartner predicts it to be the fastest-growing segment in network security.
Why Should Organizations Adopt Zero-Trust?
- Reduce Cyber Attacks - According to Capterra's research, 99% of organizations that adopted the zero-trust model have witnessed an improvement in cybersecurity. Zero-trust works on the principle of 'never trust, always verify.'
- More Secure than a VPN - VPNs are becoming obsolete as they grant users access to entire network segments. ZTNA restricts access and protects networks from suspicious actions.
- More Effective Than Perimeter Security - As perimeters expand, organizations must look beyond traditional perimeter-based security technologies.
- Perfect for Modern Workplaces - Zero-trust implements access controls at every point of the network to protect remote and hybrid work environments.
How To Implement Zero-Trust?
Despite knowing the benefits, organizations are often reluctant to implement zero-trust. Research shows that although 97% of organizations are keen on prioritizing it, only 17% have started rolling it out. The challenges range from complicated implementation processes, budget constraints, to the lack of security professionals.
However, organizations can no longer ignore the need for zero-trust security. Social engineering, unpatched systems, and ransomware will continue to pose challenges to endpoint security.
At Incrux, we help organizations implement zero-trust security. Contact us to learn how we can help secure your organization.