Keylogger

Primary definition

Devices or programmes in operation between the computer and the keyboard to record keystrokes.

Also known askeystroke logger · keyboard capturer · KL · keystroke recorder · typing monitor
2 sources cited4 related termsReviewed Aug 10, 2026
Information Assurance Situation in Switzerland and InternationallyView source

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Devices or programmes in operation between the computer and the keyboard to record keystrokes.

Information Assurance Situation in Switzerland and Internationally · 2024

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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Keylogger. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/keylogger

Sources

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Information Assurance Situation in Switzerland and Internationally
Information Assurance Situation in Switzerland and Internationally

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NICCS Glossary
NICCS Glossary

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