The art of misdirection – A novel approach to keyboard injection attacks by desktop swapping
Aditya Ajith Kumar, Adithya Subramanya, Hanoch Yedidya Karkada, P. Rekha, C.K. Raghavendra · 2024
This research work proposes a methodology for executing a keyboard injection attack, leveraging Arduino Pro Micro, curl commands, keep.sh file-sharing, and strategic desktop manipulation. Prioritizing a self-contained framework to minimize external dependencies, the approach adheres to ethical and legal standards in controlled environments. Findings demonstrate the attack&s;s inconspicuous nature, successfully emulating user interactions, initiating curl commands, and employing strategic desktop manipulation. The autonomous background file upload showcases efficient and discreet data transfer. Results prompt discussions on detection challenges and underscore the attack&s;s adaptability. This study contributes insights into covert cyber threats and ethical considerations within cybersecurity research.