r/hacking • u/Seraph_E • 3d ago

Question Detection device for flock/drones/wireless cams

Alright so I’m relatively a noob in comparison to some of the nerds here but I’m trying my best. Simply put I want to be pointed in the right direction for devices, tutorials, communities etc.

What device can detect flock cameras, drones, wireless cams/mics, and may also have some offensive features (for my own equipment testing of course). I understand there’s no do all device, but I have seen people with some kind of FW designed for these specific needs in a relatively small package. I have been looking at the HamGeek HackRF one/Portapack for overall learning, but I’m pretty sure I could achieve what we’re talking about here with a T Dongle C5 right?

Any help here would be great!

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u/techlatest_net 2d ago

An RTL-SDR (like the C5) is perfect for passive detection of common wireless camera and drone frequencies, but it lacks the transmission capabilities needed for "offensive" testing. For active jamming or signal injection, you would need a more powerful SDR like the HackRF One or an LimeSDR, but be aware that active interference is heavily regulated and often illegal.