{"id":15789,"date":"2023-11-26T15:55:31","date_gmt":"2023-11-26T15:55:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businessyield.com\/tech\/?p=15789"},"modified":"2023-11-29T09:01:38","modified_gmt":"2023-11-29T09:01:38","slug":"__trashed-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businessyield.com\/tech\/cyber-security\/__trashed-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Typosquatting: What Is It & How Do You Prevent It?","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"

Typosquatting refers to the practice of employing intentionally misspelled domain names with the aim of misleading users into believing that the website they intend to visit is authentic. What is the outcome? Individuals are directed towards websites that contain malicious software or engage in fraudulent activities, hence increasing the risk of identity theft and other consequential issues. This article aims to provide comprehensive information on the subject of typosquatting in cyber security, including its mechanics and protection measures. <\/p>

Typosquatting <\/span><\/h2>

Someone commits “typosquatting” by registering a domain name that sounds like an established internet site but has a misspelled word or two.<\/p>

Typosquatting, also known as URL hijacking, is a type of cybersquatting that targets people who accidentally type the wrong website address into their browser. Cybersquatters register domain names with spelling issues that deviate from the brand. Many people surfing or doing business on the internet are unaware that they are on a simulated website. Additionally, fraudulent website operators might employ identity theft to market competing products or, worse, deceive consumers into revealing their personal information.<\/p>

How Does Typosquatting Work?<\/span><\/h3>

Misusing a commonly misspelled or misunderstood domain name is known as typosquatting. A user could accidentally visit a malicious website if they didn’t double-check the domain name they typed in. In 2006, Google fell prey to Goggle.com, a site commonly believed to be a phishing or fraud site and the victim of a typosquatting cybercrime. The typosquatters also targeted domain names that were physically close to the letter g, such as foogle.com, hoogle.com, boogle.com, yoogle.com, toogle.com, and roogle.com. If your company deals with a high volume of customers, this can pose a serious threat to its cyber security.<\/p>

Eight different kinds of typosquatting have been identified.<\/p>