What are Keyloggers?

Keystroke logging (often called keylogging) is the practice of noting (or logging) the keys struck on a keyboard. There are currently two types of keylogging methods, hardware and software based.

Hardware key loggers are commercially available devices which come in three types: inline devices that are attached to the keyboard cable, devices which can be installed inside standard keyboards, and actual replacement keyboards that contain the key logger already built-in.

When used covertly inline devices are easily detected by a glance at the keyboard connector plugged into the computer. Of the three types, the most difficult to install is also the most difficult to detect. The device that installs inside a keyboard (presumably the keyboard the target has been using all along) requires soldering skills and extended access to the keyboard to be modified. However, once in place, this type of device is virtually undetectable unless specifically looked for.

Remote Access software Keyloggers are local software keyloggers programmed with an added feature to transmit recorded data out of the target computer and make the data available to the monitor at a remote location. Remote communication is facilitated by one of four methods:

• Data is uploaded to a website or an ftp account.
• Data is periodically emailed to a pre-defined email address.
• Data is wirelessly transmitted by means of an attached hardware system.
• It allows the monitor to log into the local machine via the internet or ethernet and access the logs stored on the target machine.

List of Keyloggers Parasites:

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» FamilyKeyLogger
Keylooger.FamilyKeyLogger is a program that is able to record keystrokes and computer activity. Internet activity can be recorded and used to access a computer user’s online banking accounts or gain entry to steal other personal information. Ultimately, Keylooger.FamilyKeyLogger can lead to identity theft....
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» Hack99
Hack99 is a Trojan keylogger that monitors and records every keystroke the user makes in order to capture usernames and passwords for online accounts. Once this information is acquired, it is sent to a remote unauthorized user. Hack99 is typically disguised as a computer game and ...
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» <!--:en-->AGM65s Keylog trojan<!--:-->
AGM65s Keylog trojan is a keylogger and dangerous computer parasite that can compromise personal information. AGM65s Keylog trojan is able to log data from online activity and then send the recorded information to a designated ftp location. AGM65s Keylog trojan is able to be installed from ...
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» Smart Keystroke Recorder
Smart Keystroke Recorder is a commercial computer surveillance program that monitors the user's keystrokes and is described as a keylogger. Smart Keystroke monitors and logs the user's keystrokes, online chat conversations, passwords, websites visited, email, credit card numbers and bank account information. Smart Keystroke Recorder must ...
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» PCPandora
PCPandora is a spyware keylogger application. This application records every keystroke that you type on your computer, and hides itself from the user by running in stealth mode. PCPandora can be configured to automatically take screenshots at a preset time interval. It can be configured to log ...
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» StealthWatcher
StealthWatcher is a spyware keylogger application. This application records every keystroke that you type on your computer, and hides itself from the user by running in stealth mode. StealthWatcher can be configured to automatically take screenshots at a preset time interval. It can be configured to log ...
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» ACXInstall
ACXInstall is a rogue ActiveX control that clandestinely enters the user's system while visiting particular insecure websites. ACXInstall downloads dialer programs which are usually from pornographic websites and without the consent of the user. These dialers dial high cost phone numbers that usually connect to a ...
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» CheaterChecker
CheaterChecker is a spyware keylogger application. This application records every keystroke that you type on your computer, and hides itself from the user by running in stealth mode. CheaterChecker can be configured to automatically take screenshots at a preset time interval. It can be configured to log ...
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» PrintMonitor
PrintMonitor is a commercial keylogger program designed to capture all typed keystrokes on your machine. PrintMonitor is capable to monitor your e-mail and Instant Messaging conversations, to track your visited websites and log typed passwords, and banking pass codes. PrintMonitor is a serious attempt to compromise with ...
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» FreeKeylogger
FreeKeylogger is a nasty keylogger that is capable to record every keystroke you type. FreeKeylogger may be capturing your username and passwords, monitoring your online IM and e-mail conversations and tracking which websites you visit. FreeKeylogger may put your financial and personal information at a very severe ...
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