A search results page is the list of links returned by a search engine after a query. In normal use, it helps people find relevant pages quickly. In security work, it matters because it can become an intermediate hop in a chain: a user or scanner may see a familiar search page first, while the real destination is reached only after additional clicks, redirects, or parameters.
Attackers can abuse that trust to make a link look routine during moderation or reputation checks. A search page may appear benign, but it can sit between a source URL and a final landing page, helping hide the true destination or dilute suspicion. Defenders should treat search pages as part of the full navigation path, not as proof of safety. Inspect the complete redirect chain, final URL, and any parameters that influence where the browser goes next.