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Keylogger is a type of surveillance software or hardware device designed to record keystrokes made by a user on a computer keyboard. These keystrokes can include personal messages, passwords, credit card numbers, and other sensitive information, which a keylogger can capture without the user's knowledge.
In the context of information security, a keylogger is considered a significant threat as it can lead to unauthorized access to private data and potentially result in identity theft, financial fraud, and other malicious activities. Detecting and defending against keyloggers involves a mix of vigilant software use, employing anti-malware tools, regularly updating systems, and using encryption for sensitive data entry to mitigate the risks posed by this clandestine form of cyber espionage.
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