Primary definition
An attack where the Attacker obtains some data (typically by eavesdropping on an authentication protocol run, or by penetrating a system and stealing security files) that he/she is able to analyze in a system of his/her own choosing. (SP 800-63) (NISTIR)
Also known asoffline attack · offline cryptanalysis · offline password attack
— The Cyber GlossaryView source
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An attack where the Attacker obtains some data (typically by eavesdropping on an authentication protocol run, or by penetrating a system and stealing security files) that he/she is able to analyze in a system of his/her own choosing. (SP 800-63) (NISTIR)
The Cyber Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Off Line Attack. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved September 3, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/off-line-attack
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