A Former Hacker Shows Us How to Spot a Hidden Camera in our Room

(Tyler, Texas) - Summer vacation time is wrapping up across East Texas as school bells start ringing again. That doesn't mean that a winter vacation isn't in the works or even just a weekend getaway with the family. You'll probably stay in an Airbnb or just rent a hotel room.

We've heard the occasional story of someone finding a hidden camera in a hotel room or Airbnb that was recording the victim's every move. It's not a huge problem to worry about but it doesn't hurt to know how to spot one. A former hacker on TikTok goes through how to spot a hidden camera and how to protect our wallets from digital theft.

Learning to Protect Yourself from a Digital Threat

You can find his account on TikTok at itsmarcushutchins. He is a former hacker who gives all kinds of tech advice that is easy to understand, especially if you are not the most tech savvy. For instance, how RFID cards work. These are cards that could potentially steal the information from your credit or debit cards that use the chip.

We've heard on the news from time to time of someone discovering a hidden camera in their hotel room or in the Airbnb they are staying at. While this isn't a rampant problem, it does help to know how to spot a hidden camera. malwaretech goes through some easy ways to spot them without the use of special equipment, just your cell phone's flash light.

Get our free mobile app

Using Good Technology for Bad Reasons

I love technology, particularly when it comes to how small cameras have gotten. At the same time, the resolution of those cameras keeps getting better and better. It is really cool to see. But with that advancement breeds certain people who will use that technology in a nefarious manner.

Again, hidden cameras in hotels or in an Airbnb are not a common problem. But, having the knowledge to prevent being intruded on when you just want to relax is always helpful.