Deceit to Get Access to Personal Data in Computing

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from India, Group 1486, Puzzle 1 (The Taj Mahal).

Question

Deceit to Get Access to Personal Data in Computing

Answer

PHISHING

Word Meaning:

PHISHING — (computing) The malicious act of keeping a false website or sending a false e-mail with the intent of masquerading as a trustworthy entity in order to acquire sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details.

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