What is a Keylogger

A keylogger is a Spyware application that can record to a log file (usually encrypted) every keystroke you make. The log file created by the keylogger can then be sent to an unauthorized third party.

Although ANTIfraud will defeat keyloggers, it will not remove them from your computer. To remove keyloggers and other forms of Spyware and Adware, it is strongly recommended that you install STOPzilla anti-Spyware on your computer.

 

A keylogger recorder can capture instant messages, e-mail, and any information typed on a keyboard. Some keylogger programs also record any e-mail addresses and Web site URLs.

 

Although there are legitimate applications for keyloggers, such as law enforcement monitoring criminals’ activities, employers ensuring that employees use work computers for business purposes only, and parental supervision, they are most often used to record personal data for identity theft and other fraudulent activities. Hackers can deliver keyloggers to unsuspecting users as a Trojan or as part of a worm or virus.

 

ANTIfraud enables you to store and transmit personal identifiers and other sensitive data without being at risk for keylogger attacks.

 

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