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mp3stego

Hides information in MP3 files during compression, encrypts data, and embeds it in the bit stream, though data can be deleted by uncompressing and recompressing the files.

Made by Fabien Petitcolas

  • mp3-converter

  • cryptography

What is mp3stego?

MP3Stego is a versatile software tool that allows users to conceal information within MP3 audio files during the compression process. The data is first compressed, encrypted, and then seamlessly integrated into the MP3 bit stream, making it virtually undetectable to the casual observer. While primarily designed for steganographic applications, MP3Stego can also serve as a lightweight copyright marking system for MP3 files, providing a more robust solution than the standard MPEG copyright flag

Highlights

  • Ability to hide data within MP3 files during compression
  • Data is compressed, encrypted, and embedded in the MP3 bit stream
  • Can be used as a copyright marking system for MP3 files
  • Concealed information can be removed by uncompressing and recompressing the file, but at the cost of significant quality degradation

Platforms

  • Windows

Languages

  • English

Features

    • Command line interface

    • File Compression