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3. Metadata Obfuscation

  1. File Attribute Manipulation:

    • Description: Changing file attributes or using misleading filenames to disguise the true nature of the file.

    • Example: Renaming executables to resemble legitimate files or using double extensions like document.pdf.exe.

  2. Embedded Data:

    • Description: Hiding malicious payloads or data within legitimate files or resources.

    • Example: Embedding malicious code within images, documents, or other file types

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