Cloud Resource Entitlement Risk Engines for Zero Trust Models

Cloud Resource Entitlement Risk Engines for Zero Trust Models As organizations transition to multi-cloud and hybrid architectures, identity becomes the new perimeter. But with thousands of cloud users, service accounts, and roles—how do you know who has access to what? Cloud resource entitlement risk engines offer a solution. These tools continuously analyze identity permissions, flag toxic combinations, and enforce least privilege access in real-time—all while aligning with Zero Trust principles. 📌 Table of Contents The Problem of Over-Permissioned Cloud Identities How Entitlement Risk Engines Work Key Features to Look For Recommended Tools and Vendors Security Benefits for Zero Trust Environments The Problem of Over-Permissioned Cloud Identities According to Gartner, 95% of cloud breaches are due to identity misconfigurations—not malware. Common causes include: ❌ Excessive permissions inherited from default roles ❌ “Zombie” service accounts ...