SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 150

SSC CGL Tier II - 6 March 2023 - Shift 1 • Computer • Q150

 A _________can either be malware or hardware. The main purpose of this malware is to record the keys pressed by a user on the keyboard.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Keyloggers

  • A keylogger can either be malware or hardware. The main purpose of this malware is to record the keys pressed by a user on the keyboard, essentially capturing the user's keystrokes.
  • This information can be used for malicious purposes, such as stealing passwords and sensitive data.
  • Hardware keyloggers are physical devices that are attached to a computer or keyboard to capture keystrokes, while software keyloggers are malicious programs that run on a computer and perform the same function.