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Employ Pretext via Email

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ID P0007.007
Sub-technique of P0007
Tactics PT0001, PT0003, PT0005, PT0007, PT0008
Created 2026-06-22
Last Modified 2026-06-22
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Description

Adversaries may use a prepared cover story in email to staff, contractors, or shared mailboxes to obtain information or assistance without physical presence at the facility. Email pretexts can request layouts, visitor procedures, or organizational details that support planning and later tactics.

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