Trojan Horse strategy; scheme of infiltration and subversion
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the Trojan Horse stratagem; a scheme of infiltration and internal sabotage
formalLiterally refers to the story of the Trojan Horse. In modern usage, it metaphorically describes any deceptive strategy where a harmful element is concealed within something seemingly benign to infiltrate and undermine from the inside. Common in discussions of military tactics, cybersecurity ("Trojan horse malware"), and political subversion.
The ancient Greeks used the Trojan Horse stratagem to breach the city of Troy.
This virus employs a typical Trojan Horse strategy, disguising itself as legitimate software.
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Security experts warn to be vigilant against Trojan Horse schemes in the economic sphere.
This spy organization is adept at carrying out infiltration missions akin to the Trojan Horse stratagem.