I don't think anyone had a problem with the existence of evil Lolth-worshiping drow in Menzoberranzan. Just the idea that drow are biologically predisposed to evil because of some curse.
Was the player perhaps using the term “security camera” as a shorthand to refer to any magical surveillance device, such as the scrying eyes in BG3? The scrying eyes are essentially security cameras.
They looked like pumps or ankle boots with with low, thin heels. They didn't look like cowboy boots.
https://www.meg-andrews.com/item-details/Persian-Riding-Shoes/9722