Device Theft
Device theft removes a computer, network device, storage medium, or mobile endpoint from authorized custody.
Mechanism
The primary risk is loss of availability and confidentiality; data stored locally may also be exposed if encryption is weak.
Indicators to watch
Missing asset records, unexpected device check-in failures, last-seen telemetry without physical confirmation, and loss of network presence.
Concept diagram
Defensive controls
Use full-disk encryption, asset tracking, secure storage, remote management, device lockout, and rapid credential/session revocation.
Recommended security control
MDM/EDR asset inventory
Use decommissioned or training hardware.
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All attack descriptions are for defensive education. Test scanning, traffic generation, interception, wireless testing, and vulnerable applications only on systems and networks you own or are explicitly authorized to assess.