evil twin
The term "evil twin" can refer to a malevolent counterpart in fiction or a cybersecurity threat involving fraudulent Wi-Fi networks.
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Definition
B2Literature
(idiomatic, popular culture)A character identical in appearance to another but with opposite moral values, often serving as an antagonist.
Example
- In many stories, the protagonist must confront their evil twin who embodies their worst traits.
C1Cybersecurity
(technical)A fraudulent wireless access point that mimics a legitimate one to deceive users and steal information.
Example
- The hacker set up an evil twin to intercept the company's Wi-Fi traffic and steal sensitive data.
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