A bypass for this security feature applies at least for the latest hardware is very difficult.
The technique can also be used for voice recordings as well.
The malware can then get into the webcam and start recording the local user.
There has been a recent uptick in macOS malware that is webcam aware, he said.
Wardle also has a new security app called Oversight developed that can detect this behaviour.
The app currently costs 4 euros, bundled with Little Snitch.
Moreover, the current version over OverSight utilizes user-mode APIs for monitor for audio and video events.
