keylogging, phishing, malware

Keylogging

A method of capturing and recording user keystrokes, providing a means to obtain passwords or encryption keys.

Benefits of Keylogging

-parents can monitor kids
-employers can monitor employees
-passwords can be saved
-can be used for research

Negatives of Keylogging

steal sensitive information from the victims, such as credit card numbers, passwords, personal emails, banking credentials, driver's license numbers, and so forth.

Hardware Key logging

small chip/wire that is attached to computer; can be easily removed (when removed, the keylogging stops), preferred key logging for employers, wireless ones can exist

Software Keylogging

-harder to detect
-usually secret
-can record screens

Prevent Hardware Keylogging

-Check USB area of laptop in public areas
-use deceptive typing, so that even when you are typing in your password, if anyone is tracking it, they wont get your information

Prevent Software Keylogging

install antivirus, be cautious for phishing attacks, be careful of online money transactions, keep software updated

Get rid of Software Keylogging

Install an anti-keylogger program or format and reinstall your operating system completely.

Phishing

the fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information, such as passwords and credit card numbers.

Spear Phishing

Attack is targetted at you, typically more difficult to spot

Effects of Spear Phishing

financial drain, cyber attack, lost info

Signs of Spear Phishing

Urgency, Authority, mimicry (of types of emails you usually get), curiosity,

Steps to prevent/deal with phishing

1) Think before you click, verify credibility, check with colleague, do not panic