Sign Up
Stories
Can Hackers Steal Your Info Even with Covered Webcams?
Share
Device Security and AI-Powered Search
Microsoft Blocks Police AI Use
Cemtrex Inc. Secures $0.8 Million Order
IP Address Storage Ruling Sparks Debate
Wi-Fi Jamming Threatens Smart Security
Overview
API
A new report reveals that ambient light sensors in devices can be used to steal visual data even when webcams are covered. This highlights the risks to imaging privacy posed by these sensors, even when webcam usage is limited through software permissions and hardware solutions like shutters.
Ask a question
How can users protect themselves from visual data theft using ambient light sensors?
How might this impact the development and use of webcams in the future?
What are the potential consequences of these security vulnerabilities?
Article Frequency
0.2
0.4
0.6
0.8
1.0
Nov 2023
Dec 2023
Jan 2024
Coverage