fake credentials
[/feɪk krəˈdɛnʃəlz/]
noun
credenciais falsas
1. false or forged documents, certificates, or qualifications presented to misrepresent one's professional qualifications, identity, or achievements
The doctor was arrested for using fake credentials to practice medicine without a license.
O médico foi preso por usar credenciais falsas para exercer a medicina sem licença.
2. fraudulent authentication information or login details used to gain unauthorized access to systems or accounts
Hackers attempted to log into the company database using fake credentials.
Hackers tentaram acessar o banco de dados da empresa usando credenciais falsas.
Fake credentials represent a serious crime in both Brazil and the USA, with significant legal consequences. In Brazil, credential fraud is particularly concerning in healthcare, education, and government sectors. In the USA, cybersecurity contexts have made 'fake credentials' a common term in discussions about data breaches and unauthorized access. The term has become increasingly relevant in both countries with the rise of digital authentication and online fraud.
NYC Slang
straight-up fake papers, bogus creds
Related Idioms & Phrases
caught red-handed with fake credentials
operating under false pretenses
fraudulent misrepresentation
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