Description: Group isolation is a security practice that involves separating different groups of users, systems, or applications within a computing environment, especially in cloud environments, to minimize the risk of unauthorized access and to protect data integrity. This strategy is based on the ‘zero trust’ principle, which holds that no entity, whether internal or external, should be considered trustworthy by default. By implementing group isolation, barriers are created that limit communication and access between different segments of the infrastructure, making it difficult for an attacker who manages to penetrate one group to move laterally to others. This technique not only enhances security but also allows for more effective management of permissions and access to resources, ensuring that only authorized users can interact with sensitive information. In a world where cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, group isolation has become an essential tool for organizations looking to protect their digital assets and maintain customer trust.
