Glossary
Micro-segmentation
Micro-segmentation divides your network into tiny secure zones - each application has its own protected space.
What is Micro-segmentation?
Granular network segmentation that isolates workloads and enforces policies at the individual application level.
Why Should You Care?
Traditional segmentation is too coarse. Micro-segmentation limits lateral movement even within data centers.
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Real-World Example
Micro-segmentation prevents a compromised web server from communicating with any system except its authorized database.
How to Protect Against Micro-segmentation
- 1.
Map application dependencies for micro-segmentation
- 2.
Implement micro-segmentation for critical workloads
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