Keyloger & spyware
- 1. Keyloger & Spyware B.E Semester 5th (E.C Department) Enroll No. Name. 150600111012 Kashif Khan
- 2. Keylogger What is Keylogger? • A keylogger is a program that runs in the background or hardware, recording all the keystrokes. Once keystrokes are logged, they are hidden in the machine for later retrieval, or shipped raw to the attacker • Attacker checks files carefully in the hopes of either finding passwords, or possibly other useful information.
- 3. Type of Keylogger? 1. Hardware-based keylogger 2. Software-based keylogger Hardware-based keylogger? Hardware keyloggers are used for keystroke logging, a method of capturing and recording computer users' keystrokes, including sensitive passwords. They can be implemented via BIOS-level firmware, or alternatively, via a device plugged inline between a computer keyboard and a computer.
- 5. Software-based Keylogger? A keylogger is a type of surveillance software that has the capability to record every keystroke you make to a log file, usually encrypted. A keylogger recorder can record instant messages, e-mail, and any information you type at any time using your keyboard.
- 6. Type of software-based Keylogger • Kernal-based Keylogger • API-based Keyloger • Java script-based Keylogger • Memory-based Keylogger • Hipervisior-based Keylogger • Grabbing-based Keylogger
- 7. Spyware What is Spyware? • Spyware is software that aims to gather information about a person or organization without their knowledge, that may send such information to another entity without the consumer's consent, or that asserts control over a device without the consumer's knowledge.
- 8. • Applications that send information from your computer to the creator of the spyware • Sometimes consists of an apparent core functionality and a hidden functionality of information gathering (Trojan) • Can be used by web sites for marketing information, to determine their stance with regard to competitors and market trends
- 9. Types of Spy ware • Web Bugs • Ad Ware • Stand alone Surveillance Software • Key Loggers
- 10. Web Bugs • Cookies keep track of your activity • Ability to download spy ware components • Direct you to WebPages that target your interests
- 11. Ad Ware • Software installed with the help of Ad supported programs • Tracks your internet activity to send you pop ups that target your interests • May sell your information to companies
- 12. Surveillance • Monitors computer tasks • Access personal information • Legal for Employers • Used in Identity Theft
- 13. Keyloggers • Were originally designed to record all keystrokes of users in order to find passwords, credit card numbers, and other sensitive information
- 14. Prevention • Antivirus software • Keep Updated • Beware of Peer to Peer file sharing • Be sure of the source and contents of all downloads and updates • FireWalls
- 15. Conclusion • Spy ware is always watching…. • Protect yourself, your bank accounts, and your computer.
- 16. Thank you