Cloud computing operations can be vulnerable to new attack vectors that are not protected by a traditional, defensive, perimeter-based cybersecurity strategy. A zero trust cloud security framework can be more successful at addressing business concerns that are heightened in cloud operations, including data theft, supply chain vulnerabilities, and compromised remote workers or networks. The zero trust framework mitigates those and other cyberthreats with constant authentication and validation of users and devices before granting them access to the network and its resources.