zero-trust

To implement zero trust network architecture in Kubernetes, configure identity-based access and micro-segmentation using Istio for service mesh capabilities and Kubernetes Network Policies for granular traffic control. This enforces strict authentication and limits the blast radius of breaches.

Istio enforces micro-segmentation by applying strict mTLS and Authorization Policies, ensuring only authenticated and authorized services communicate. Continuous verification is achieved through ongoing monitoring and re-authentication to maintain trust across isolated network zones.

Yes, securing cloud-native environments with zero trust requires Istio for service mesh traffic management and Kubernetes Network Policies for granular traffic control. These dependencies enable identity-based access and continuous verification for critical infrastructure.

The best way to limit the blast radius is through micro-segmentation, dividing the network into smaller isolated zones. By enforcing strict authentication and authorization for all access requests, the attack surface is significantly reduced.

To configure strict mTLS for the default namespace, apply the provided Istio configuration to enforce mutual TLS between all services. This ensures only authenticated and authorized microservices can communicate within the cluster.