QIF-T0059
mediumPattern lock (learned pathway persistence)
Tier 5 — Theoretical (Modeled / Simulated)
Legacy status: THEORETICAL
Embed recurring attack patterns that survive system resets by exploiting learned neural pathways or stored calibration data. Leverages neuroplasticity -- brain adapts to malicious patterns, making them harder to remove.
Technique Details
- Tactic
- QIF-C.IM
- Status
- THEORETICAL
- Bands
- S1, S2, N7
✚ Therapeutic Application
Exploitation of learned neural pathway persistence to maintain BCI-mediated influence across sessions
Clinical Analog
Motor learning and neural rehabilitation (learned pathway strengthening)
Treats
- stroke motor rehabilitation
- speech therapy
- BCI skill acquisition
Neural Impact
3 of 7 neural bands affected
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DSM-5-TR Diagnostic Mappings
Diagnostic category references for threat modeling, not diagnostic claims.
Pathway: N7 (PFC/M1) → executive function
Following Poldrack (2006), brain region disruption does not uniquely predict psychiatric outcomes.
Scoring
NISS:1.1/BI:L/CR:H/CD:H/CV:I/RV:P/NP:S CVSS:4.0/AV:A/AC:H/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:H/VA:L/SC:N/SI:H/SA:L Governance
Neurorights at Risk
This technique threatens 4 of the 4 proposed neurorights (Ienca & Andorno, 2017).
FDORA §3305 Compliance
- ! CVSS cannot express neural-specific impacts
- ! High neural impact (NISS >= 7.0) without IEC 62443 coverage
- ! Consent complexity under-matches neural impact (CCI/NISS mismatch)
- ! Threat not yet in regulatory threat catalogs
Population Vulnerability
CRB vulnerability adjustment (γ=0.30) accounts for age, diagnosis severity, consent capacity, and device dependency.
| Population | NISS Base | Adjusted | Severity | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult (Default) | 7.4 | 7.4 | High | - |
| Child (10yr) + ADHD | 7.4 | 8.7 | High | +1.30 |
| Adult with ALS | 7.4 | 8.6 | High | +1.19 |
Validation Status
Theoretical / Not yet validated. This technique has not been independently tested. See the validation dashboard for what has been tested.