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==Full Title or Meme==
A program that attempts to mimic the [[Identifier]] and other [[Identity]] [[Attribute]]s in a way that will confuse the [[Verifier]] or [[User]] of the identified resource.

==Context==
It is not an accident that attacks are known as viruses or worms. The digital systems exposed on the internet are susceptible to [[Attack]] just as [[Carbon-based Life Form]]s are susceptible to a wide variety of organism of a wide variety of morphologies. Like our own organic defenses, computer systems look for markers to see if an attack is under way. Lime disease offers an example of a pathogen that wraps itself in a set of markers that the immune system accepts as a valid part of the organizer. <ref>Allison Guy, ''Tackling long-haul Diseases'' MIT News (2024-03) p. 29 ff.</ref> Perhaps its time to put the immunology department as a joint effort of medicine and computer science.

==Models==
[[Threat Model]]s some in a variety of forms.URL spoofing attacks are a type of cyberattack where an attacker disguises a malicious URL to make it appear as a legitimate one. This can trick users into clicking on the link and potentially providing sensitive information or downloading harmful software. Here are some common techniques used in URL spoofing attacks:

1. **Homograph Attacks**: Attackers use characters from different languages that look similar to regular ASCII characters to create deceptive URLs. For example, using a Cyrillic "а" instead of a Latin "a".
2. **Phishing**: Fraudulent websites that mimic legitimate ones to steal personal information. These sites often use spoofed URLs to appear trustworthy.
3. **Redirection**: Attackers manipulate redirects within a host's file to reroute traffic from legitimate sites to malicious ones.
4. **Email Spoofing**: Fake email addresses with domains that look similar to legitimate ones, tricking users into clicking on malicious links or providing sensitive information.

To prevent falling victim to URL spoofing attacks, it's important to:

- **Verify URLs**: Always double-check the URL in the address bar before entering any sensitive information.
- **Use Security Tools**: Employ browser extensions and security software that can detect and warn against spoofed URLs.
- **Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)**: Adding an extra layer of security can help protect your accounts even if your credentials are compromised.
- **Stay Informed**: Keep up-to-date with the latest security practices and be cautious of unsolicited emails or messages.

For more detailed information, you can check out resources like [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spoofed_URL) and [Cloudflare](https://www.cloudflare.com/learning/ssl/what-is-domain-spoofing/). 

==References==

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