KPTCL adopts zero trust framework to strengthen digital infrastructure and prevent data theft

As sophisticated cyber threats are increasing, Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) has implemented a Zero Trust Security Framework, becoming one of the first State transmission utilities in the country to adopt the globally recognised cybersecurity architecture for safeguarding critical power infrastructure.

The initiative aims to tackle and prevent sophisticated cyber threats while securing mission-critical operational, engineering, financial and administrative systems.

A release stated that there are more than 3,000 users accessing critical applications from corporate offices, substations, operational centres, field locations and remote environments, hence, the KPTCL identified the need for a modern cybersecurity framework capable of protecting its rapidly expanding digital ecosystem.

Unlike conventional perimeter-based security models, the framework follows the principle of ‘Never Trust, Always Verify’. Every user, device and access request is continuously authenticated and validated based on identity, device health, user privileges and risk context before access to any application or resource is granted.