tabnabbing en · NOUN
Etymology
From tab + nabbing, coined in 2010 by Aza Raskin.
Meanings
- (Internet, uncountable) A form of cyberattack that takes over inactive tabs in a user's browser, relying on their inattention.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| tab nabbing | alternative | lexicographic |