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keylogger

/kiːˈlɒɡər/ noun · British & US
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What does keylogger mean?

noun

A type of malicious software that captures and logs keystrokes, often used for espionage or theft of sensitive information. A keylogger can be installed on a computer or mobile device without the user's knowledge or consent.

Example

"The company's security team discovered a keylogger on the employee's laptop, which had been compromised by a phishing email."

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