Data Staging — Data staging gathers selected information in a location that supports further processing or transfer. Attackers organize collected records before removal from an environment. The staging activity sometimes creates evidence of an intrusion before exfiltration occurs. – Data Theft Preparation

Added October 7, 2026

Data Staging — Data staging collects information in a selected location before another action occurs. Attackers organize stolen material before transferring or packaging it. The staging activity creates evidence of preparation even before external exfiltration begins. – Data Theft Preparation

Added October 7, 2026