Are you a potential target?
1 If eavesdropping on everything you say, write, or could increase people's wealth or influence, then yes, you're a potential target.
2 Others know your confidential business or professional trade secrets.
This is the most obvious indicator of secret surveillance activities. Theft of confidential information is a multi-billion dollar underground industry in the United States. Often the loss of your secrets will be displayed in a very subtle way, so you should always trust your instincts in this case. When your competitors, collaborators or co-workers know about things that are obviously private, or the media finds out about things they should not know, then it is reasonable to suspect technical eavesdropping or bugging.
3 Secret meetings and bids seem to be less of a mystery.
secret meetings and deals are very popular targets for corporate spies. How would you like the plans for a corporate takeover are planning to become public knowledge? Would copies of your product designs be of any use to your competitors? Would it be beneficial for your competitors to know how much you're quoting for the same project?
4 People seem to know their activities when they should not.
5 You have noticed strange sounds or volume changes on the telephone line.
This is usually caused by an amateur eavesdropper when they attach a wiretap, or activate a similar listening device. Surveillance devices often cause small anomalies in the telephone line, such as volume shift or drop-out. Professional eavesdroppers and their equipment usually does not make such sounds, so if this goes on, it could mean that an amateur eavesdropper listening in. On the other hand, can simply be experiencing a lack of in-line, but you should check it out.
6 You have noticed static, popping, or scratching your phone line.
This is caused by the capacitive discharge which occurs when two conductors are connected together (such as a bug or wiretap on a telephone line). It is also a sign that an amateur bugged or poorly trained spy is playing with the phone lines. It could be nothing more than a problem with a phone line or instrument. However, it should be checked by using one of our RF detectors.
7 The sounds coming from your headset when the phone is hung up.
This is often caused by a hook switch bypass, which turns the telephone receiver eavesdropping microphone (and speaker). There is probably somebody listening to everything you say or do within twenty feet from the phone (if it happens ).
8 Your phone often rings and nobody is there, or very faint tone or high-pitched squeal / beep is heard for a split second.
This is an indication of a slave device, or line extender being used on phone lines. It is also a key indicator of the accordion bug, or infinity transmitter being used. Of course, it could also be nothing more than a fax or modem calling the wrong number. However, using one of our telephone line analyzer. should check it out.
9 You can hear the tone on your line when the phone is on the hook (with an external amplifier). Contact us!
10 Your AM / FM radio suddenly developed strange interference.
Many amateur and spy shop eavesdropping devices use frequencies within or just outside the FM radio band, these signals tend to drift and "quiet" FM radio in the vicinity of the bug. Look for the transmissions at far ends of the band's FM radio, and at any quiet area in the FM band. If the radio begins to squeal then slowly move around the room until the sound becomes very high. This is called a feedback loop detection or detection and will often find the bug. "stereo" function should be turned off by radio operating in "mono" as this will give a serious increase in sensitivity. If you find a "courier" in this way, then immediately contact us!
11 Your car radio suddenly starts "getting weird"
Keep in mind that your car radio antenna can be used (and often) exploit a bug, and that such use can interfere with radio reception (so be concerned if your car radio suddenly starts getting weird).
12 Your television suddenly developed strange interference.
television broadcast frequencies are often used to cloak eavesdropping signal, but such devices also tend to interfere with television reception (usually a UHF channel). Television and "suck in" a lot of RF energy and therefore are very sensitive to any nearby transmitters (this is technically called "Bandwidth, and TV signals use a lot). Contact us ASAP!
13 You've been a victim of burglary, but nothing has been taken.
Professional eavesdroppers often break into the targets home or office, and they very rarely leave direct evidence of the break-in, however, users of space will often "pickup on something not being right", such as furniture is moved slightly.
14 Electrical wall plates appear to have moved slightly or "jarred ".
One of the most popular places to hide eavesdropping devices inside, or behind electrical outlets, switches, smoke alarms and lighting fixtures. This requires that the wall plates be removed. Look for a small amount of residue found on the floor directly below the electrical outlet. Also, watch for slight variations in color or appearance of the socket and / or light switches as these are often replaced by the bug. Also keep in mind if any of the screws that hold the wallplate against the wall were moved from their previous position.
15 dime-sized discoloration suddenly appeared on the wall or ceiling.
This is a tell tale sign that a pinhole microphone or small secret video camera was recently installed.
16 One of your vendors just gave you any type of electronic devices, such as a table radio, alarm clock, lamp, small TV, boom box, CD player, and so on.
Many of these "gifts" are actually a Trojan horse, which contain eavesdropping devices. Be very suspicious of any pen, marker, briefcase, calculator, "post-it" dispenser, power adapter, pager, cell phone, wireless phone, satellite, radio, light, and so on, which is given as a gift. The salesman left a small gift for you can be a serious danger.
17 small bump or deformation has appeared on the vinyl baseboard near the floor.
a strong indicator that someone May be disguised covert wiring or a microphone imbedded in the glue that holds the molding to the wall. Such deformation often appears as discoloration or lightening in color.
18 smoke detector, clock, lamp, or exit sign in your office or home looks slightly crooked, has a small hole in the surface, or quasi-reflective surface.
These items are very popular for hiding secret eavesdropping devices. Often when these devices are installed on the target location are rarely installed without a little story-telling clues.
19 Certain types of items that are "just appeared" in your office or at home, but nobody seems to know how they got there.
Typical things to watch and be aware of. watches, exit signs, sprinkler heads, radios, picture frames, lamps, and
20 White dry wall dust or debris observed on the floor near the wall.
a sign that a pinhole microphone or video camera placed in the vicinity. It will appear as if someone dropped a small amount of powdered sugar or on the floor or wall.
a sign that a pinhole microphone or video camera placed in the vicinity. It will appear as if someone dropped a small amount of powdered sugar or on the floor or wall.
...21 You notice small pieces of ceiling tiles, or "sand" on the floor, or on the surface of your desk. Also, you can watch the cracked, chipped or gouged ceiling tiles, or ones that are sagging, or not properly placed on the track.
...Prime indicator that a ceiling tile has been moved around, and that someone May have installed hidden video cameras or other surveillance device in your office or beside the table. Also watch out for cracks or chips in the ceiling tiles. Amateur and poorly trained spies tend to crack or damage acoustical tiles. ceiling tiles in any executive areas should not contain any cracks, nicks, gouges, or stains. Any ceiling tile that becomes damaged (for whatever reason) should immediately replaced and the cause of the damage documented.
...22 You notice that "Phone Company" trucks and utilities workers spend much time near your home or office for repair.
...22 You notice that "Phone Company" trucks and utilities workers spend much time near your home or office for repair.
...If you see the same or similar vehicles more than three times, then May you have a serious problem (at least according to the U.S. State Department exchange counter surveillance ).
...If you see the same or similar vehicles more than three times, then May you have a serious problem (at least according to the U.S. State Department exchange counter surveillance ).
...is a very common trick, which eavesdroppers use to get the object was a fake utility outage, and then show how to solve the problem. While they are fixing the "problem", they are also installing eavesdropping devices. Some of the more popular include power outages, air conditioning, telephone, and even the occasional false fire alarm.
...is a very common trick, which eavesdroppers use to get the object was a fake utility outage, and then show how to solve the problem. While they are fixing the "problem", they are also installing eavesdropping devices. Some of the more popular include power outages, air conditioning, telephone, and even the occasional false fire alarm.
...These vehicles are commonly used as listening posts, be very wary of any vehicle that has a ladder or pipe rack on the roof. Also, be wary of any vehicle which has tinted glass, or the area that you can not see though (like a service van). listening post vehicle could be any vehicle from a small Geo Tracker, suburban, Blazer, Trooper, or Cargo Van. Look for a car that could conceal a person in the back or has tinted windows. Also, keep in mind that the eavesdropper may relocate the vehicle several times, so look around. Typically, eavesdroppers like to get within 500-750 meters from the place or person you are eavesdropping.
...prime evidence that the lock is picked up, manipulated, or bypassed. Try to always use biaxial locks with sidebars (such as ASSA or Medec). Also, only use double sided deadbolts in all doors, and good quality window bars on all windows, doors and the quality bar on all the doors are not used as the primary entrance door.
...26 Furniture is moved, and nobody knows why.
...a very popular place for the installation of eavesdropping device is either behind or inside furniture (couch, chair, lamp, etc.) People who live or work in a targeted area tend to notice when the furniture is moved even an inch idjelić . Note the imprint that makes furniture in rugs, lamp shades and position. Also note the space between the furniture and the wall as eavesdroppers are usually in a hurry, and rare furniture back to the right place.
...a very popular place for the installation of eavesdropping device is either behind or inside furniture (couch, chair, lamp, etc.) People who live or work in a targeted area tend to notice when the furniture is moved even an inch idjelić . Note the imprint that makes furniture in rugs, lamp shades and position. Also note the space between the furniture and the wall as eavesdroppers are usually in a hurry, and rare furniture back to the right place.
...27 Things "seem" to have been rummaged through but nothing is missing (at least that you noticed ).
...28 eavesdropper sends a copy of the private talks.
...28 eavesdropper sends a copy of the private talks.
...as simple as it seems this is the strongest indicator, and evidence of wiretapping. eavesdropper will sometimes send a victim a copy of the private conversations were intercepted in an attempt to blackmail, or in an attempt to terrorize, or to just stalk the victim. It is commonly seen in civil litigation, criminal court cases, marital problems, shareholder disputes, custody battles and other situations were one side has a position of weakness and tries to physiologically undermine their opponent.
...as simple as it seems this is the strongest indicator, and evidence of wiretapping. eavesdropper will sometimes send a victim a copy of the private conversations were intercepted in an attempt to blackmail, or in an attempt to terrorize, or to just stalk the victim. It is commonly seen in civil litigation, criminal court cases, marital problems, shareholder disputes, custody battles and other situations were one side has a position of weakness and tries to physiologically undermine their opponent.
...Who Gets Bugged?
...Who Gets Bugged?
...Who Gets Bugged?
...Who Gets Bugged?
......* Your company has layoffs pending (or they just happened)
Anyone can be the target of secret police, however, some people are at greater risk than others because of financial status, occupation, legal, or domestic situation
.* Spouses bug each other on a regular basis
* Parents bug children
* Commercial bug other businessmen
* Scientists bug other scientists
* Students bug Professor
* Attorneys bug other attorneys (and their clients)
* Insurance companies bug accident victims, prosecutors and other
* Construction companies bug other construction companies
* Dealers bug clients
* Collection agencies bug debtors
* Police suspect a bug
* Executive recruiters bug personnel directors
* Rock fans bug rock musicians
* Department stores bug customers and goods
* Department stores bug customers and goods
...neighbors, coworkers, friends, enemies, strangers, your spouse, industrial spies, Government Agents, your insurance company, your boss ...
...neighbors, coworkers, friends, enemies, strangers, your spouse, industrial spies, Government Agents, your insurance company, your boss ...
...High threat of personal situations (when you are seriously in question)
...* involved in any kind of dispute or complaint
...* questioned, arrested or charged by police
...* In the process of getting married, divorced, separated or
...* Running for any type of elected public office
* Elected to any public office (ie: mayor, selectman, director)
* Executive or scientist at any large company
* has recently filed an insurance claim
* Engaging in political demonstrations or activism
* Employed by the defense contractor, Department of Energy, etc. ..
* private investigators are "poking" around
* You're in the top income tax bracket
* You're in the top income tax bracket
...* You're in the top income tax bracket
...Keep in mind that anyone with money, power, influence, or access to sensitive, classified, or personal data at serious personal risk.
...High Threat occupations
* * Attorney
* Dr.
* chiropractor
* Dentist
* architecture
* Police Officer
* Judicial Officer
* Judge
* Judge
...* Judge
...* Selectman
* school
* University Professor
* Product Engineer
* Software Developer
* Executive at any large company
* scientist at any large company
* Employed by any defense contractor
* Employed by the Department of Energy
* Any minister or religious leader (eg, deacons, bishops, elders ...)
* Corporate Buyer or Purchasing Agent
* Employee Construction Contractor
* Any type of sales or marketing
* work or Union Official
* modes
* Advertising
* Personnel Directors
According to the FBI the following types of companies are under extreme risk and are popular targets of illegal bugging, wiretapping, surveillance, etc.:
* Materials: Materials synthesis and processing
* Electronic and photonic materials
* Ceramics
* Ceramics
...* Ceramics
......* Ceramics
......* Ceramics
......* Intelligence processing equipment
* micro-and nanofabrication
* Systems management technologies
Information and communication:
* Software
* Micro and optoelectronics
* high-performance computing and networking
* High-definition images and display
* Sensors and signal processing
* Data storage and peripherals
* Computer simulation and modeling
Biotechnology and Life Sciences:
* applied molecular biology
* computational chemistry
* Medical Technology
Transport:
* Aviation
* Space Shuttle technology
Energy and Environment:
* Energy Technology
* pollution minimization, remediation, and waste management
