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Employ Pretext in Conversation

Details
ID P0007.004
Sub-technique of P0007
Tactics PT0001, PT0003, PT0005, PT0007, PT0008
Created 2026-06-22
Last Modified 2026-06-22
Contributors slashsec
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Description

Adversaries may use a prepared cover story when interacting with staff, security, or reception during operations. Consistent pretext in conversation reinforces legitimacy and deflects casual questions about purpose or destination.

Technique