spearphishing
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phishing — noun /ˈfɪʃɪŋ/ a) The act of sending email that falsely claims to be from a legitimate organization. This is usually combined with a threat or request for information: for example, that an account will close, a balance is due, or information is… … Wiktionary
spear-phishing — pp. Phishing targeted at a specific person, usually by sending an e mail message crafted to appear as though it was sent by someone known to the recipient. Also: spear phishing, spearphishing. spear phish v. spear phish n. spear phisher n.… … New words
