The FBI can secretly activate a computer's webcam

The FBI can secretly activate a computer's webcam to spy on an individual without turning on the indicator light, a former official revealed to the Washington Post in an article published Friday.
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All those surprised by this, assume the facepalm position.

When your non-taped-over cell goes to the toilet with you, where is the back camera facing while you're reading? Yup. Bob & Edna at NSA snicker like Beavis & Butthead.