Detect and Remove Keyloggers

 

How do I know that a keylogger is installed on my PC?

 
Keyloggers are distributed through a wide variety of methods, including phishing, spam, “toxic” blogs, known Web browser vulnerability exploits, and other techniques. Even if you’re careful, you can pick up a keylogger through normal Internet activities. This means you will not know if a keylogger is running on your system.
 
Therefore, you should use a malware detection program specifically designed for keylogger detection. Once you know your infection level, you'll be able to initiate removal procedures to take back control of your computer.
 

How do I get rid of a keylogger?

 
If you find a keylogger on your computer, you can try to remove it manually. However, manual removal is a difficult and complicated process for even the most experienced computer user. For best results you should use a recognized, top-quality malware removal tool that will detect spyware and safely remove the keylogging programs from your system.
 
Keyloggers have been associated with rootkit in some attacks, so the most important step to rid yourself of a keylogger is to know it’s there in the first place. Software that can detect rootkits and keyloggers will illuminate all hidden processes. Once a keylogger is detected, you can look at the logs to see if the program doing the logging is legitimate or if the keylogger must be removed.
 
In the meantime, the anti-keylogging software you choose should have the added ability to block the keylogging while you decide what sort of remediation is most appropriate. In the most advanced software suites, you will be able to “accept” or “deny” on an application-by-application basis.
 

How can I protect my PC from attempts to steal my privacy?

 
The best way to keep keyloggers off your computer is to never allow them to get there in the first place. The steps to protect your machine are:
 

  • Turn on automatic updates for your operating system;
  • Make sure your anti-virus program has automatic updates enabled - be sure to scan your PC regularly;
  • Configure your firewall to block network activity trying to open new ports;
  • Run your PC as a limited user, not as a local administrator. This will prevent malware from gaining the privilege necessary to write compromise your computer files;
  • Schedule regular backups for all of your personal information, including documents, emails, and spreadsheets - in case you need to reinstall your operating system or lose your PC;
  • Protect your files from being viewed by using an easy-to-configure file encryption solution;
  • Download and install a behavioral-based detection program, such as ClearShield, which protects your files from theft, attack, and misuse.

 

ClearShield will block keylogging attempts, but you should also check the ClearShield logs to identify and then remove any unwanted or unauthorized programs from your computer.

 

 

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