Term Paper
Outline Taylor
Provencher Liberty
University CJUS
363-D01
The Realm of Steganography
I. Introduction
Steganography has immersed into the technology realm because of the inflation of the
Internet and computer power. There are several new ways to send digital information in an
encrypted and protected demeanor. This causes many questions on the aspect of cyber security.
Steganography has various aspects that address the need for proper security and defenses.
II. Aspects and Techniques of Steganography
A. Text techniques
B. Image techniques
1. Spatial domain
2. Frequency domain
3. Masking
4. Filtering
C. Audio Steganography
D. Video Steganography
III. Participation in Cybercrime
A. Utilization of steganography by terrorists.
B. Utilization of steganography by pedophile groups.
1. Involvement in child pornography.
IV. Training and Defenses
A. Training course available.
1. Black Hat
B. Criminals that use steganography are to be classified as dangerous.
1. Exhibit potential criminal awareness as a defense mechanism.
V. Conclusion
Due to the progression of the Internet and technology, steganography has become a
topic of discussion in the cybersecurity and cybercrime field. Steganography can use a lot more
research and resources to ensure proper training and defenses. The training and defenses need to
be available not only security and cybersecurity personnel but local law enforcement personnel
as well. It is important to be well-versed with the topic so that when the times comes specialists
and law enforcement can take the necessary precautions and steps to stop the criminals that are
misusing steganography.
