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PWD (Phishing Website Detection)

Term: PWD (Phishing Website Detection)

Definition: PWD (Phishing Website Detection) refers to techniques and tools used to identify and block phishing websites that attempt to steal sensitive information from users by masquerading as legitimate sites.

Context/Example: Many web browsers incorporate PWD features to warn users when they attempt to visit known phishing sites.

Related Concepts: Phishing, Cybersecurity, Web Security