= Canary trap
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A canary trap is a security technique used to detect the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information. The concept is often applied in situations where multiple individuals or groups have access to classified or proprietary information, and the goal is to identify who may have leaked that information if it becomes public. The method involves deliberately introducing subtle variations in the information that is shared with different parties. For example, when distributing a document, minor changes might be made to specific sections, wording, or formatting for different recipients.
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