Protecting Yourself from Key Logging Spyware: Safeguarding Your Online Identity

The video discusses the dangers of key loggers, a type of spyware used by identity thieves to monitor keystrokes and steal sensitive information like credit card numbers and passwords. The threat is growing as more data is stored on computers, with a significant portion of online crimes linked to key logging software. A major US retailer was targeted, resulting in the theft of 20,000 credit card numbers by a Russian crime ring. The video emphasizes that anyone can fall victim to spyware, similar to viruses and worms.

What is a key logger primarily used for?

• To track online activities and capture sensitive information

• To enhance computer performance

• To improve internet speed

• To protect against viruses

Why is the problem of key logging growing?

• Because computers are becoming more expensive

• Because more people are storing larger amounts of data on their computers

• Because software is becoming harder to download

• Because internet speeds are decreasing

What percentage of online crimes can be traced to key logging software?

• 33%

• 50%

• 25%

• 10%

Which country was involved in the organized crime ring that stole credit card numbers from a US retailer?

• India

• China

• Brazil

• Russia

What can everyone potentially fall victim to, similar to viruses and worms?

• Adware

• Ransomware

• Spyware

• Phishing