false request
[/fɔːls rɪˈkwɛst/]
nounpl: false requests
solicitação falsa
1. A request made with dishonest or deceptive intentions; a request based on false premises or containing false information
The company received a false request for customer data from someone impersonating an employee.
A empresa recebeu uma solicitação falsa de dados de clientes de alguém se passando por funcionário.
2. In computing and security, an unauthorized or fraudulent request submitted to a system or server
The security team detected a false request attempting to access the database without proper authentication.
A equipe de segurança detectou uma solicitação falsa tentando acessar o banco de dados sem autenticação adequada.
3. A request that does not genuinely represent the requester's actual needs or intentions
His apology seemed like a false request for forgiveness since he showed no genuine remorse.
Seu pedido de desculpas parecia uma solicitação falsa de perdão, pois não demonstrou remorso genuíno.
In Brazilian business culture, false requests are taken seriously, especially in banking and government sectors where verification protocols are strict. In the USA, particularly in tech companies, false requests often relate to cybersecurity concerns and phishing attempts. The term has gained prominence with the rise of digital communication and online fraud awareness.
NYC Slang
bogus request; sketchy ask
Related Idioms & Phrases
cry wolf - make a false request for help when there is no real danger
pull a fast one - attempt to deceive with a false request
under false pretenses - make a request under false request
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