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Re:Malware can turn off webcam LED and record video, demonst... by joeblubaugh on Wednesday November 27, 2024 @10:01PM (#42262038)
> Nobody but Abby and Ben care if Ben is caught admitting he cheated on Abby.

This isn't true at all, even for private citizens. Your friends, parents, children, and colleagues are all likely to care.

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Re:Malware can turn off webcam LED and record video, demonst... by Nursie on Wednesday November 27, 2024 @10:46PM (#42262247)
It's very limited, it's certainly not going to be passed around like naked pictures could be.
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