Cryptic crossword clue
Reported trying to catch a computer scam 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word PHISHING

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What does PHISHING mean?

PHISHING verb
  1. To engage in phishing.
PHISHING noun
  1. The malicious act of keeping a false website or sending a false e-mail with the intent of masquerading as a trustworthy entity in order to acquire sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details.
  2. The act of circumventing security with an alias.

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