Real-time Sensor Access Security Monitor Using Windows Registry Analysis

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Authors: Gopi Vignesh
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Abstract

Think of a quiet guard always watching the computer's eyes and ears, the camera and microphone. This project builds exactly that: a live monitoring system for Windows that keeps constant track of which programs try to use those sensors. It works by digging into the computer's own registry, the digital logbook where access attempts get recorded. A small widget on the desktop instantly changes color, flashing a silent warning. At the same moment, a WhatsApp message shoots straight to the user's phone. To avoid constant alarms for normal use, trusted apps like Zoom or Skype go on a friendly list, a whitelist that tells the system to stand down. Need to turn the guard off from another room? A simple, lightweight web server runs locally, letting anyone start or stop the whole thing from a phone or another computer's browser. In a world where digital privacy feels thinner every day, this tool offers a straightforward, ever-present watch over the most personal hardware. It runs quietly in the background, barely touching the computer's performance, a persistent shield against spyware and unwanted snooping.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Privacy Security and Data Protection Security and Verification in Computing Advanced Malware Detection Techniques

Publication details

Journal / source
International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology
Volume
14
Issue
3
Pages
950–955
Publication date
12 March 2026
Language
EN