spoofing

Example Sentences

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Apple and Google have been instructed to block spoofing of the "gov.sg" domain and other official names on their messaging platforms.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

For example, the number of servers available in a country may be suitable for situations in which speed is more important than location spoofing.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026

Accidental shootdowns, falling debris, and GPS spoofing pose significant risks to commercial aircraft in the region.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

Two other screenshots, taken on 26 January, show the spoofing at work.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

A 1983 Usenet posting by Alan Hastings and Steve Tarr spoofing the "Star Wars" movies in hackish terms.

From The Jargon File, Version 4.2.2, 20 Aug 2000 by Steele, Guy L.