Hidden Costs
From Cognitive Attack Taxonomy
Hidden Costs
Short Description: Dark Pattern tactic that adds costs that are not readily apparent to the consumer.
CAT ID: CAT-2022-012
Layer: 8
Operational Scale: Tactical
Level of Maturity: Observed in the Wild
Category: TTP
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Detailed Description: Dark Pattern tactic that adds costs that are not readily apparent to the consumer when initially engaging in the purchase.
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