Microsoft Teams Activates Microphone Randomly Without User Triggering
Microsoft Teams activates the device microphone without user initiation, creating privacy and security concerns similar to reported Discord behavior. This random microphone activation is a serious trust issue for enterprise users. Vendor-specific bug requiring Microsoft fix, no third-party solution path.
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