What is Voyeurism ?
Voyeurism is the act of spying on people engaged in acts that are usually considered to be private in nature.
People like to record and share some moments of their lives via technology. Unfortunately, a new form of cybercrime has emerged wherein hidden cameras capture the private moments of people’s lives that they do not otherwise wish to share.
The cameras used are small and can be easily hidden in unnoticeable places such as ceiling fans, two way mirrors, door locks, ceiling lights. Changing rooms and washrooms are the most probable places of hiding such cameras.
What are the threats ?
A voyeur (person committing the crime) nay resort to the following:
Blackmailing the victim in return of some favour
Defame the victim by circulating their private moment photos/recordings etc.
What are the risks ?
Victims may suffer depression, anxiety, loss of reputation and at times monetary loss. Damages in such cases are beyond repair.
