Cybersecurity mesh is a modern security architecture that enables the protection of digital assets regardless of their location. Coined by Gartner, the term refers to a distributed approach to security where controls are placed around users, devices, and data, not just inside a corporate network.
How Cybersecurity Mesh Works
Traditional security models focused on securing the corporate network as a whole. But with the rise of cloud computing, remote work, mobile devices, and hybrid environments, that perimeter no longer exists.
Cybersecurity mesh addresses this shift by creating individual security perimeters around each access point. It relies on:
- Identity and access management
- Centralized policy enforcement
- Continuous monitoring
- Zero Trust principles
- Real-time threat detection and response
This allows organizations to apply consistent security controls across fragmented infrastructure.
Why It Matters
As businesses adopt cloud, SaaS, and remote work, centralized security tools struggle to keep up. Cybersecurity mesh helps by offering:
- Flexibility to secure any endpoint, user, or service
- Granular control over access and permissions
- Improved incident response with contextual insights
- Reduced risk of lateral movement during breaches
It’s handy in environments where users and data are widely distributed and threats move fast.
Cybersecurity Mesh in India
Enterprises in India are facing growing complexity in managing security across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Industries like BFSI, healthcare, and IT services are adopting cybersecurity mesh to gain better control without adding operational overhead.
What You Should Know
Cybersecurity mesh is not a product. It is an approach that combines technologies, policies, and design principles. Proactive helps organizations build mesh-ready architectures using tools like secure access service edge (SASE), identity protection, and unified threat management. We ensure your security adapts to your environment, not the other way around.
