Users can "interrogate" a file by running the tool, which then provides a report on whether hidden content is likely present.
However, the arms race between hiding and seeking is perpetual. As detection tools like StegSpy become more sophisticated, so too do the methods of steganography. Modern techniques involve complex algorithms that spread the hidden message across the image in a way that mimics natural noise, making statistical detection significantly harder. Despite these advancements, StegSpy remains a foundational tool, particularly for detecting older, less sophisticated, or "hacktivist" level steganography, which remains prevalent in many digital crimes.
Stegspy can analyze a wide range of digital media formats, making it a versatile tool for uncovering steganographic content.