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Main Entry: phishing
Part of Speech: noun
Definition: the practice of luring unsuspecting Internet users to a fake Web site by using authentic-looking email with the real organization's logo, in an attempt to steal passwords, financial or personal information, or introduce a virus attack; the creation of a Web site replica for fooling unsuspecting Internet users into submitting personal or financial information or passwords
Etymology: 1996; as in 'fish' for users
Usage: phish, v; phisher, n