Can Hackers Turn the Laptop Mic On Even If It's Disabled?

[lamp]

The title says it all, can they turn the mic of my laptop on even if it's disabled in the windows settings?

[StringJunky]

I'm not an expert on this but you can set a router to Exclude All to your network by default and then selectively allow which MAC addresses can access your network.

Edited July 18, 2011 by StringJunky

[g-wiz]

Yes, they could. If a hacker has access to your machine, and they are a good hacker not just a skiddie, then yes they could easily control all aspects of your system including but not limited to your microphone.

[lamp]

Though, my question is, will it show enabled (after they turn it on) or will it remain disabled in the settings - and in fact it is enabled - but I just see it as disabled?

[khaled]

If you work on a Unix-based OS, they need the root privileges, nothing less ...

 

and If you are working on Windows, make sure you have a Security System, not just an anti-virus !