Tamper Detected

Understanding "Tamper Detected": From Hardware Security to Digital Integrity

In the physical world (security cameras, door sensors, smart locks), a "tamper" alert usually means someone tried to remove the cover, unplug the device, or move it from its mounted position. Most commercial security devices have a spring-loaded button on the back; when pressed against the wall, the device is "normal." When pulled away, the button releases and triggers the alert. tamper detected