privacy-scanner
Detect hidden cameras on rental property WiFi networks
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FAQPage SchemaHow to install privacy-scanner?โผ
Run `npx skills add maluta/privacy-scanner --all -g -y` in your terminal to install it globally. You also need nmap and Python 3.8+ installed on your system.
How to check an Airbnb for hidden cameras?โผ
Connect to the rental's WiFi and run the scan with admin privileges. It flags cameras from brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Wyze, and Ring, then classifies each device by risk level.
What devices can privacy-scanner detect?โผ
It detects IP cameras, consumer cameras, and hidden cameras using generic IoT chipsets by checking MAC addresses, camera-specific ports, RTSP streams, and mDNS broadcasts. It cannot detect offline, wired-only, or cellular-connected cameras.
Does privacy-scanner work on Windows and macOS?โผ
Yes. The Python scanner runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows, as long as nmap is installed and you run it with administrator or sudo privileges.
What should I do if the scan finds a camera?โผ
Do not disconnect or tamper with it. Photograph the device, save the HTML report as evidence, and report it to your rental platform or local law enforcement.
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