Trojan Horse [MM-pt1-mk4]

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The Trojan Steed is a legendary tale from the epic struggle of the Greeks against the independent metropolis of Troy, recounting the cunning ruse employed to breach the city's defenses and emerge victorious in the war. After a futile 10-year blockade, the Greeks built an enormous wooden steed and secretly stashed a handpicked contingent of warriors inside, including Odysseus, the mastermind behind the operation. The Greeks pretended to set sail, and the Trojans, overjoyed by their apparent defeat, pulled the massive steed into their city as a trophy, unaware that it held a deadly secret. That night, the Greek force crept out of the steed's belly and swung open the gates, allowing the rest of the Greek army to pour in under the cover of darkness. The Greeks stormed through the city, leaving destruction in their wake, and ultimately brought an end to the war. Today, the term "Trojan Steed" has become a metaphor for any clever trick or tactic that lures an unsuspecting target into letting down its guard, allowing an enemy to infiltrate and exploit a secure stronghold. Malicious software designers have even co-opted this legend, dubbing their deceptive programs "Trojans," which they use to deceive users into unleashing them onto their systems.