👉 Subterfuge refers to a covert or disguised action, usually carried out by an individual or group for the purpose of obtaining information or preventing detection. It can be used in various contexts such as espionage, counterintelligence, and intelligence gathering. In the context of cryptography, subterfuges are often used to hide data within encrypted messages or to alter the format of data transmitted over a network. They are also commonly used in forensic investigations to identify suspects who may have hidden evidence or information. The