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CPA · Question 44 · Area II: Security

An organization implements a 'Zero Trust' architecture. Which principle is central to this approach?

Answer options:

A.

Trust but verify.

B.

Trust internal network, verify external.

C.

Never trust, always verify.

D.

Trust all authenticated users.

How to approach this question

Recall the Zero Trust motto.

Full Answer

C.Never trust, always verify.✓ Correct
Zero Trust assumes there is no implicit trust granted to assets or user accounts based solely on their physical or network location. Every request must be authenticated and authorized.

Common mistakes

Selecting 'Trust but verify' which is the opposite.

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