Cyber-security

Naan Mudhalvan Cyber security

Keylogger

Overview

This project implements a keylogger in Python with a Tkinter GUI. It captures keyboard inputs and saves them in text and JSON formats for analysis.

Features

• Records keystrokes using pynput library.
• GUI with "Start" and "Stop" buttons for control.
• Saves keystrokes in text and JSON files.

Usage

1. Click "Start" to initiate keylogging.
2. Press keys on the keyboard to record.
3. Click "Stop" to end keylogging.

Future Improvements

• Implement encryption for logged data.
• Integrate user authentication mechanisms.
• Add advanced logging features like timestamping.

References

• A Survey on Keylogger and its Detection Techniques
• Analysis of Keylogger Attacks and Countermeasures
• Detection of Keyloggers: A Review
• A Comprehensive Study on Keylogger Attack and Defense