Network Deny By Default

Network deny by default means the agent starts with no general outbound network access. Specific destinations can then be allowed when they are needed. This is like locking every outside door before handing someone the workshop keys.

The research treats this as one of the most important differences between sandbox tools. Clawk is strong here because its network filter sits below the guest system, so root inside the virtual machine cannot simply turn it off. Yoloai can fit the pattern, but only when the wrapper always enables its network-isolation mode.

The effect for future research is clear: a tool with a strong runtime boundary still needs a network story. A separate machine with open networking can still leak readable project data to any reachable service.

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