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Security of webcams

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HannahLoisLuke Wed 23-Oct-19 10:58:29

The fact that Mark Zuckerberg covers the camera lens with tape on his computer should tell you all you need to know!

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Newatthis Wed 23-Oct-19 10:43:47

I have recently spoken to someone who worked for Facebook security. It is now possible to hack into people cameras, computers etc. take photos or take photos out of albums, manipulate them, sell them to sites which are illegal (porn/paedophile sites etc) and who know what else. Do be careful, make sure you have strong password and do cover you camera or switch it off when your not using it. you can do this through settings. Please warn your grandchildren about the dangers of posting photos on social media. It's a terrible world!

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Ramblingrose22 Wed 23-Oct-19 10:40:16

I read about this and have stuck white paper over the camera because the instructions for switching off the webcam were quite long.

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GabriellaG54 Wed 23-Oct-19 10:34:58

I never ever have webcam on on any device. I might inadvertently leave it on and who knows who can view whatever is in sight. I might be in nightwear or less...
No, definitely not an option. It's off on everything.

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Yehbutnobut Wed 23-Oct-19 07:26:17

No problem if you have a strong password to protect it.

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Ginny42 Wed 23-Oct-19 07:21:58

I switched my webcam off a while ago after reading about others being able to use them remotely to see into your home.

I use WhatsApp and viber to stay in touch with family and friends, but last night my DGS needed my help with homework and I reactivated it so I could see his work up close, and now I keep getting pop-ups saying it's in use.

I've read an article about covering the lense so others can't see into my home, and that's worrying.

Do you just switch it on when you need to use it? I'd be very grateful for any advice/opinions.

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