Security and Zero-Trust Technology

Top 10 Security Principles for Online Applications with Zero-Trust Technology/Mechanism:

• Least Privilege: Grant users only the minimum permissions necessary to perform their tasks. This limits the potential damage if an account is compromised.
  
• Defense in Depth: Implement multiple layers of security controls to create a robust defense. If one layer is breached, others can still protect the system.
  
• Fail-Safe Defaults: Default to a secure state unless access is explicitly granted. This helps prevent unauthorized access by default.
  
• Economy of Mechanism: Keep the system design simple and straightforward. Complex systems are harder to secure and maintain.
  
• Complete Mediation: Every access request must be verified and authorized. This prevents unauthorized access attempts.
  
• Open Design: The security of a system should not depend on the secrecy of its design. Open design allows for wider scrutiny and identification of potential vulnerabilities.
  
• Separation of Privilege: Require multiple conditions to be met before granting access. This makes it harder for attackers to exploit single vulnerabilities.
  
• Least Common Mechanism: Minimize shared resources and mechanisms to reduce the attack surface.
  
• Psychological Acceptability: Security measures should not hinder usability. Users are more likely to comply with security measures if they are easy to use.
  
• Weakest Link: A system is only as secure as its weakest component. Identify and address all potential vulnerabilities, even seemingly minor ones.
  

By adhering to these principles, you can significantly enhance the security of your online applications and systems.