Why Mark Zuckerberg Tapes His Webcam...


GD Tech Nerds!

There’s a photo of Mark Zuckerberg floating around online — nothing fancy, just him at his desk. But look closely. There’s a tiny piece of tape over his laptop webcam.

You can see the photo here.

Yep, that Mark Zuckerberg. The guy who runs Facebook. Covering his webcam like a conspiracy nut? Not quite.

🔐 Why He Does It

Zuckerberg knows the rule: if it’s connected to the internet, someone can get in.

In early 2025, a ransomware group broke into a company through a webcam. Not a server. A camera.

Hackers don’t need your password if they can peek through your lens.

And it’s not just big companies. Miss Teen USA was hacked the same way. If you’ve got a webcam, you’ve got a target.

Tape Is a Good Start — But It’s Not Enough

Sticking a bit of tape over your camera is smart. But it doesn’t stop malware, trackers, or data leaks.

If you want full coverage, you need something that:

  • Blocks webcam access from anyone but you
  • Scans files while you download them
  • Alerts you if your email or ID shows up in a data breach
  • Kills pop-ups and trackers dead

Surfshark Antivirus with Webcam Protection handles all that in one app. It’s low-key, lightweight, and runs in the background without bugging you.

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