WHAT IS TSCM?
A Technical Surveillance Countermeasure (TSCM) is a comprehensive service that detects eavesdropping devices (bugs) through the use of specialized electronic equipment. This is also
known as an Eavesdropping Detection Audit (EDA), or simply bug sweeping.
It is a thorough visual, electronic and physical examination of an environment that can range from an office to a home, car, yacht or aircraft.
Bugs may transmit radio (or optical) frequencies or they may be hard wired. They may be discrete devices that record and wait to be recovered later. Because of this diversity, one item of equipment cannot possibly detect all bugs – that’s why reputable TSCM service providers like Xione deploy a comprehensive range of equipment to mitigate most threats.
WHY DO I NEED TSCM SERVICES?
Companies,
beware!
In the shadowy world of industrial espionage, devices constantly evolve to covertly monitor confidential meetings and private conversations. Bugs can be slimmer than pack of cards and may be embedded some distance from the target, with multiple probe microphones extended on leads of 50m or more in length. Bugs can be remotely controlled, with the ability to record information for encrypted transmission later.
In today’s highly competitive business environment, the risk has never been greater
– and there are some very sophisticated devices available commercially. If a company suspects sensitive information is
being leaked, or if it requires a TSCM sweep as a precaution or ahead of a sensitive meeting,
the first thing to do is contact a TSCM professional from a safe telephone or computer.
There is good reason multi-national companies, international
law firms and high net-worth individuals turn to Xione Group.
We have the requisite licenses, experience and resources to come
to your assistance. We understand the need for discretion when undertaking a service and we understand your security is paramount.