Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Backup software is designed to move and store large amounts of organizational data. If the destination or purpose changes, that same capability can potentially be used for data exfiltration.

Because backup activity is expected and can generate substantial data movement, malicious use may blend into normal behavior and make traditional egress detection more difficult.

When legitimate software is repurposed for malicious intent, what signals should security teams prioritize?

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