Image Steganography with GH0STB1T

Hide arbitrary files in images using Palette, SVG XML, or LSB steganography.

Updated Jan 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kariemoorman/ghostbit --skill image-steganography-with-gh0stb1t
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: Image Steganography with GH0STB1T
Source: https://github.com/kariemoorman/ghostbit/tree/main/src/ghostbit/imagestego/skills/steganography
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kariemoorman/ghostbit --skill image-steganography-with-gh0stb1t

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to hide secret files within image files, making them undetectable to the casual observer, thus protecting sensitive information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Data Hiding: Embed various file types (documents, images, etc.) into image carriers.
  • Multiple Methods: Supports Palette, SVG XML, and LSB steganography techniques.
  • Security: Encrypts hidden data using strong passwords (AES-256).
  • Use Case: Securely send a confidential document within a seemingly ordinary image file, ensuring only the intended recipient with the correct password can retrieve it.

Quick Start

Encode the file 'secret.txt' into 'carrier.png' using the password 'MySecretPassword123'.

Frequently Asked Questions about Image Steganography with GH0STB1T

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I hide a secret file inside an image using steganography?

You can hide secret files within image carriers using steganography by embedding arbitrary data into pixels or SVG XML structures. This Skill validates carrier capacity and supports lossless output formats to ensure your hidden data remains intact.

What is LSB steganography and how does it hide data in images?

LSB steganography hides data by modifying the least significant bits of image pixels. This technique allows you to embed secret files imperceptibly, making the hidden information undetectable to casual observers without changing the visible image appearance.

Can I encrypt hidden files inside an image with a password?

Yes, you can encrypt hidden files inside an image using user-defined passwords. This ensures securely embedded data remains inaccessible even if detected, allowing only recipients with the correct password to retrieve the hidden secret files.

What image formats work best for image steganography?

Lossless image formats work best for steganography because they preserve embedded data without compression artifacts. This Skill recommends lossless output formats and validates carrier file capacity to ensure your hidden secret files are not corrupted.

Does SVG steganography support hiding data in XML files?

SVG steganography supports hiding data by embedding secret files directly within the XML structure of SVG images. This method allows you to conceal arbitrary data inside vector graphics files while keeping the image visually unchanged.

What are the limitations of hiding data in image carriers?

The main limitation of hiding data in image carriers is file capacity. This Skill validates carrier file capacity before embedding to ensure the secret data fits, and recommends lossless formats to prevent data loss during output.