Wi-Fi spy camera. Mini video cameras for video surveillance. Why do we need wireless mini cameras for covert video surveillance: types and purposes
Who would have thought that my test wireless monitoring would lead to the detection of a hack? WiFi networks far from being a small Moscow company.
AirMagnet Enterprise, which I have been actively using for the second year, is a relatively new product from Fluke Networks, confidently gaining popularity among professionals in the field of monitoring and security of wireless networks. AirMagnet Enterprise is a system based on sensors that monitor WiFi networks.
The system can not only detect WiFi hacks, but also prevent unauthorized access points or clients from operating, which is especially important when detecting intrusions. One of the illustrative examples of his work was an incident that happened to me in July 2013.
In the process of preparing training courses on monitoring, security and protection against hacking of WiFi networks, I set up and tested various operating modes of the AirMagnet Enterprise system in one of the offices of the company “C” in Moscow.
During installation and configuration of the system, you could see everything Wi-Fi devices, which operate within the range of AirMagnet sensors. Among the huge number Wi-Fi points access of those working on the air, I noticed one suspicious one. At first glance, it was an ordinary access point, among a dozen of the same ones, but when I began to mark in the AirMagnet Enterprise interface all the access points I was familiar with, operating in our building from neighboring organizations, the list of “left ones” gradually decreased. It must be said that identifying access points was not easy; periodically some points appeared and then disappeared. This is due to the fact that the sensitivity of the sensors is such that they see what is happening in the WiFi environment far beyond the boundaries of the office building.
So, when the system was fully configured, I noticed that one of “our” access points did not work like everyone else, namely in bridge mode with another access point with the same SSID. Checking the MAC addresses showed that one of these points is Asustek, the other is TPLINK. To my question about such oddities, which I asked system administrator office, he shrugged his shoulders, saying that TPLINK equipment is not used in our company’s network. It turns out that this is indeed a real hack of a corporate WiFi network and this is an “enemy” access point! Administrators immediately rushed to search for the “spy.” To do this, they tried to use free software on Android. The search took half a day, but was unsuccessful; the administrators’ conclusion was ambiguous: “This cannot be! Mysticism!"
I gave them a more serious device to help, a network tester Fluke Networks OneTouch AT, which has a utility for searching for WiFi clients or access points. This network tester can be used to test all types of data networks - copper, optical and WiFi. Unfortunately, after some time, the system administrators arrived without finding that same “enemy” access point in the building in which the office is located.
Then I had to roll up my sleeves and investigate the WiFi hack myself. I took the Onetouch AT and walked out of the building with it onto the street; the system administrators didn’t think to look there. At first there was no “signal” from the “enemy” point at all, approaching our first floor windows the signal appeared, a barely noticeable “-85dBm”, then disappeared again. I thought that the signal source could be located above, for example, on the upper floors of a building or on the roof. When I moved further away from the building, the device showed an increase in the signal to “-70dBm”, turning the device 180 degrees, I found myself facing the checkpoint, where the valiant private security company employees are on duty to protect the peace and property of the building’s office workers, and lo and behold! The signal increases as it approaches the “-55dBm” checkpoint. Having walked around without disturbing the guards, I was 100% convinced that the “enemy” point was located exactly there, in the premises of the checkpoint, and the hacking of the corporate WiFi network was carried out from there. Returning to the office, the first thing he did was give the command to the AirMagnet Enterprise sensors to block the “enemy” point and with a calm soul went to please the system administrators. They in turn told me interesting story, which happened in the office shortly before my investigation. And everything fell into place.
A week earlier, one of the guards from that same ill-fated checkpoint, “for a jar of jam and a pack of cookies,” tried to find out from the office employees how to connect to Wi-Fi networks companies. Naturally, none of them gave the password. But, apparently, because the guards’ “booth” is quite boring day and night, one of them took measures to penetrate our office in search of the password to the WiFi network. As practice shows, in many companies, employees have a lot of stickers with important notes stuck on their desktops; among them you can find not only the password to the corporate WiFi network, but also passwords to log into the user’s computer. Unfortunately, before this incident, there were no CCTV cameras in the office, but he still managed to track it down. The security guard tried to turn on one of the laptops in the office, and oddly enough, he chose the laptop of the head of the IT department. It was not possible to find the password for a laptop with Windows 8, but the software provides a function - if you move the top area of the screen while the screen is locked, the web camera turns on. Trying to turn off the PC, the security guard clicked the mouse several times, thereby taking a photo of himself. Later, upon seeing these photos, office employees immediately remembered that it was this security guard who asked them for the password to connect to the network.
Apparently the security guard finally got hold of the password and the WiFi network was hacked. Moreover, his qualifications, oddly enough, were enough to set up a bridge between two access points. Of course, for this company, the “enemy” access point did not cause much damage, since the guards only needed to gain access to the Internet to watch films of a dubious nature, communicate on social networks, etc., but if they had a more serious intention, then a company (say, a bank) could experience a major information leak from the corporate network, which would result in large financial losses.
The miniature wireless Wi-Fi video camera has an undoubted advantage: it is the smallest video surveillance camera in the World!
Despite its microscopically small size, the hidden video camera provides HD image quality with a resolution of 1280x720 (recorded on a card with a resolution of 720x480) and a viewing angle of 72 degrees, allowing online video surveillance in almost any room. The camcorder has a built-in Wi-Fi module, which provides the ability to remotely view and record photos and videos on mobile devices(iOS or Android).
Color video with sound is recorded on microSD card memory, which is inserted into the camera box slot.
This camera has firmware from 2015. More new firmware in the camera presented in our catalogue. Button below.
Connection USB cable power supply ensures constant operation of the hidden microcamera.
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Remote connection to the Wi-Fi mini video camera is carried out either directly or via the Internet. To start using you need to install free application to your smartphone, tablet or personal computer and connect to the Wi-Fi network with the name of the camera. Now you can view the video stream from the mini Wi-Fi camera, as well as save videos and photos to mobile phone, tablet.
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Has an external wifi antenna for receiving a signal at a distance of up to 40-50m.
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The undeniable advantages of a mini video camera are also its miniature size (7x7x4 mm) and ultra-light weight. The camcorder has the ability to operate and record while charging.
Technical Specifications:
Resolution 5 MP (1920x1080)
Fixed lens 3.6mm
Built-in IR cut filter
The live mini camera can work both autonomously and CONSTANTLY from a 220 V network via USB adapter. (Adapter sold separately)
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Mini camera- an innovative multifunctional device that will allow you to obtain evidence of any incidents or events, supported by photographic images, soundtrack and video shooting good quality. We invite you to buy new spy cameras on our website and evaluate all the capabilities of modern technology.
Scope of use
Mini spy camera may be needed in different situations. Its main task is discreet photo or video recording of the environment in natural conditions. People, not knowing that a camera is present, are more likely to give out important information.
If you need to expose your company’s employees or partners or clients, then mini spy cameras can be installed in your office, your personal account etc. If there are suspicions of involvement in deception of loved ones, it is appropriate to place such equipment in your own house, apartment, country cottage, and discreetly organize professional surveillance of relatives.
In addition, some camera models are designed for optimal performance in moving objects. For example, if you want to install video monitoring in a car, then Ambertek wireless Wi-Fi spy cameras are ideal option to achieve such a goal.
It is also advisable to install video cameras in rooms where important documents are stored, a safe is located, or money, jewelry or other items of value to you are hidden. In this case mini CCTV cameras will ensure the protection of important facilities. If they are stolen, all actions of the criminals will be recorded.
Advantages of modern models
If you need a special mini spy camera, which you decided to buy to expose lies and confirm rumors, then pay attention to new generation devices. The characteristics of mini cameras differ, but we are pleased to inform you that Ambertek- this is a possibility:
- get multifunctional equipment that combines several devices in one: spy camera + camera + voice recorder + night vision device, etc. (Example: Ambertek MD98 spy small camera);
- remain unnoticed (thanks to the compact size and minimal weight of the devices);
- make a color recording with the most high resolution;
- reduce the likelihood of blind spots through innovative wide-angle lenses;
- record video with sound ( this parameter very important for a comprehensive analysis of the event: visual and audio, which can be easily dealt with Ambertek micro spy cameras);
- organizing real-time surveillance;
- use additional options to choose the optimal technology that emphasizes your individual spying style (you may need a motion sensor, sound sensor, infrared night LED backlight, which will ensure visibility of the object in complete darkness at a distance of even 3 meters from the device);
- increasing the duration of the tracking process due to increased capacity batteries.
What are the best mini spy cameras to buy?
Let us offer you an expanded range of products for seamless surveillance. Models are presented in the online catalog Ambertek several types:
- 1. Portable mini video recorders are miniature devices that operate autonomously. Recording is carried out on a memory card. Such models differ in several parameters: weight, size (smaller than a matchbox), video quality (its resolution), possible recording time (from 1 hour). Standby mode is another advantage of the devices. They are attached easily: using a clip, double-sided tape, etc.
- 2. Wired analog spy video cameras are a modern technology consisting of a small camera on a wire that is connected to a video recorder. To select the optimal device of this type, it is necessary to take into account the illumination, the required viewing angle and the duration of the intended shooting.
- 3. Wireless Wi-Fi IP spy CCTV camera is a real boon for online spying. The image can be accessed on a computer, tablet or smartphone.
Let the selected spy video camera, which you can buy on our website, help you find out the truth in your personal relationships or work team once and for all.