New FBI Keylogging Program Reported
MSNBC is reporting that the FBI is developing software capable of inserting a computer virus onto a suspect's machine and obtaining encryption keys, The software, known as "Magic Lantern," enables agents to read data that had been encrypted. The controversial software called Carnivore (renamed DCS 1000), has been ineffective against suspects who encrypt their files. Magic Lantern installs so-called "keylogging" software on a suspect's machine that is capable of capturing keystrokes typed on a computer and thereby getting the password that encrypts the message. Magic Lantern is supposedly one of a series of enhancements currently being developed for the FBI's Carnivore project, under the umbrella project name of Cyber Knight. MSNBC.com has filed a Freedom of Information Act request with the bureau to get more information."Magic Lantern" part of new "Enhanced Carnivore Project" MSNBC.com, November 21, 2001
