Homograph Attack
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同形异义攻击
Homograph Attack · N/A · 同形异义攻击 · HOM-uh-graf uh-TAK · IDN homograph · lookalike characters · Cybersecurity · phishing · domains · unicodeCybersecurityIDN homograph lookalike characters/HOM-uh-graf uh-TAK/
Also known as: IDN homograph, lookalike characters
Last updated August 9, 2026
Definition
A homograph attack uses lookalike Unicode characters in domains or names so evil.com visually matches a trusted brand.
Real-World Example
A site using a Cyrillic “а” instead of Latin “a” in “paypal.com” is a classic homograph trick.
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