Tech Term: Typosquatting
Posted by Lily Chavez | Jan 22, 2026
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Typosquatting is a cybersecurity threat in which attackers register domain names that are slight misspellings or variations of legitimate website URLs. The goal is to exploit common typing errors made by users and divert them to fraudulent sites. These fake sites may attempt to steal personal information, distribute malware, or generate profit through misleading ads.
Typosquatting is also known as URL hijacking and is considered a form of social engineering because it relies on user mistakes and trust in familiar brands.
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