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<img src="/icons/keyboard-alternate_gray.svg" alt="/icons/keyboard-alternate_gray.svg" width="40px" /> A Keylogger is a piece of software or hardware that records every single keystroke that is made on a computer or mobile device
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Keyloggers can either be software-based or hardware based
- Software Keyloggers
- Hardware Keyloggers
To protect your organization from keyloggers, ensure the following
- Perform regular updates and patches
- Rely on quality antivirus and antimalware solutions
- Conduct phishing awareness training for your users
- Implement multi-factor authentication systems
- Encrypt keystrokes being sent to your systems
- Perform physical checks of your desktops, laptops, and servers