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Charity warning over webcam hacking

article published on 22 June, 2013

A charity in the UK is warning Internet users about a trend of webcam hacking, where hackers switch on webcams on compromised PCs to remotely view victims. Childnet International is warning that webcams should be disconnected or covered up when not used, and shouldn't be left in bedrooms or other private areas. A BBC Radio 5 investigation found websites where hackers exchanged images ... [ read the full article ]

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GryphB
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_ 		22. June 2013 @ 10:28 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
That's assuming you have a webcam or are on a laptop with a built in webcam. I have my webcam covered at all times when not in use on my laptop. As for my desktop, no camera. Assuming also they manage to take control of my pc though.

Edit: Just what the heck is a smell led light? LOL. These typos in all these news articles are making we wonder if these publishers even proof read their work before publishing.
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PraisesToAllah
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_ 		22. June 2013 @ 20:01 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
I have a little light next to the built in webcam on my laptop. I would know if someone is watching me. If you want to watch me email boring clients, be my guest. All I have is a work laptop.
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buddyleem
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_ 		23. June 2013 @ 11:53 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
But we have to make a big deal about Xbox one having a camera ! Meanwhile when's the last time u heard of malware on Xbox . And all your phones and laptops have cameras and your exact location
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Hack a bit, invest a bit, work a bit, jerk a bit
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