BBC News · Technology · 2026-09-02
says it was able to create a fake listing for 10 Downing Street on
says it was able to create a fake listing for 10 Downing Street on Booking.com. UK watchdog said its researchers were able to book a bogus stay at the prime minister's address. It also left a fake review noting "hanging out" with resident mouser Larry the cat as a highlight. Despite clear signs it was fake, the listing did not remove until two months after it was uploaded. Booking.com said the "limited test" was "not a true reflection of the experience of millions of listings or reviews".
Why it matters. This incident highlights severe vulnerabilities in online booking platforms that allow fraudsters to create fake listings and deceive consumers.
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