catfish (noun) [Word Notes]

The practice of crafting a fake online persona for malicious purposes.

CyberWire Glossary link: https://thecyberwire.com/glossary/catfish

Audio reference link: netbunny, 2013. Catfish - The Movie - Ending Scene [Movie Scene]. YouTube. URL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qR_NIN6zy0U