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Decentralized Exfiltration

Definition

Decentralized exfiltration involves the unauthorized removal of data from a system using a distributed network. This method utilizes decentralized storage networks, peer-to-peer protocols, or blockchain transactions to move stolen information, making it difficult to trace and intercept. Unlike traditional exfiltration that relies on centralized servers, this approach distributes data across numerous nodes, enhancing resilience against censorship and detection. It represents a sophisticated technique for data theft that leverages the inherent properties of decentralized technologies.