What does the concept of 'least privilege' entail in Illumio's policies?

The concept of 'least privilege' in Illumio's policies means that workloads are granted only the minimum privileges necessary for their specific functions. This approach helps minimize the attack surface within an environment by limiting permissions to only what is required for necessary operations. By adhering to the principle of least privilege, organizations can significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized access and potential breaches, as even if a workload is compromised, the damage that can be inflicted is confined to a narrow scope of permissions.

When implementing this principle, access controls are tailored to the actual needs of each workload, ensuring that there are no excessive permissions that could be exploited. This concept is fundamental in maintaining a secure policy management framework within Illumio, as it fosters a more controlled and less vulnerable environment.