What is Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)?
Zero trust network access, or ZTNA, is a security framework that ensures users, both inside and outside a network, are granted access to applications or data only after their identity has been thoroughly verified. ZTNA requires continuous verification of user identity, device health, and access privileges, regardless of whether the user is inside or outside the network perimeter. By segmenting access and applying granular security policies, ZTNA minimizes the risk of unauthorized access and lateral movement within the network. This approach enhances security by ensuring that only authenticated and authorized users can access specific resources, reducing the attack surface and protecting sensitive information.
But is ZTNA Secure Enough?
While ZTNA offers valuable network-level security by controlling and verifying access to applications and systems, it lacks some critical security features that are essential for truly safeguarding sensitive data. ZTNA focuses on securing access points, but once users are inside the network, there’s little control over what they do with the data. It does not protect the data itself, leaving it vulnerable to misuse, insider threats, and unauthorized sharing beyond the secure network perimeter.
Fasoo’s Zero Trust Data Security Platform addresses these gaps by focusing directly on the data. It ensures that sensitive information is always encrypted, whether it’s being shared, stored, or accessed outside the network. With persistent encryption, dynamic access controls, and comprehensive usage tracking, Fasoo provides a more robust security approach. This allows organizations to enforce policies at the data level, ensuring protection follows the data wherever it goes, mitigating risks that ZTNA alone cannot cover.