F3EAD (Find, Fix, Finish, Exploit, Analyze, Disseminate) is a targeting methodology to conduct operations. This is often used in a military or cybersecurity context.
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Find: identify potential targets through intelligence and surveillance.
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Fix: confirm target’s location and status to confirm accuracy.
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Finish: execute operations to neutralize or capture the target.
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Exploit: collect and analyze intelligence from the target or the operation itself.
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Analyze: integrate the exploited intelligence into the broader operation.
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Disseminate: share the intelligence with relevant stakeholders and allies to inform additional/future operations.