T4 redefines ASM by ensuring only authorized workloads can utilize NHIs through robust isolation powered by mTLS and a “ring-fenced” authorization map. With T4, unauthorized workloads are stopped in their tracks, slashing the attack surface and mitigating risks before they become breaches. Focusing on ASM first delivers immediate, impactful reductions in risk—because with T4, attackers never get a foot in the door.