Security element that may be detected by Silly String (8)

I believe the answer is:

tripwire

(Other definitions for tripwire that I've seen before include "that could trigger alarm" , "One setting off" , "Trigger for booby trap" , "Device working a trap or alarm when stumbled over" , "Trigger line" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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