Spyware.Keylogger is Malwarebytes' generic detection name for applications that can harvest keystrokes, screenshots, network activity, and other information from systems where it is installed. This spyware may covertly monitor user behaviour and harvest personally identifiable information (PII), including names and passwords, keystrokes from emails, chat programs, websites visited, and financial activity.It may also covertly collect screenshots, video recordings, or activate any connected camera or microphone. Collected information may be stored locally and later retrieved, or may be transmitted to an online service or location.
Spyware.Keylogger may run as a start-up entry and may be visible as running processes on compromised machines. Alternatively, it may also be configured in a manner which prevents visible processes and start-up entries
Spyware.Keylogger may be distributed using various methods. This spyware may be packaged with free online software, or could be disguised as a harmless program and distributed by email. Alternatively, it may be installed by an individual with physical or remote access to the computer. Spyware.Keylogger may be installed with or without user consent.
Malwarebytes can detect and remove many Spyware.Keylogger infections without further user interaction.
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