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Malware can turn off webcam LED and record video, demonstrated on ThinkPad X230(github.com)

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Ensign_Crab@lemmy.world
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It can’t turn off electrical tape.

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ipkpjersi@lemmy.ml
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This is why so many laptops, including Lenovo laptops, have webcam covers. You could always put a piece of tape over it lol

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datavoid@lemmy.ml
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Anyone else ever join large conference calls from the shower?

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jagged_circle@feddit.nl
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Shower? No.

Naked? More times than clothed.

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Destide@feddit.uk
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Most Thinkpad’s have a slidy cover not sure about the mics though

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