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01-16-2011, 11:43 PM | #1 |
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keyless entry system vulnerability
You guys see this one?
"No key required: A researcher shows how an attacker could start a car using an antenna. A signal from the car is transmitted to a computerized key, which is tricked into enabling the engine ignition." Found their conference paper here. Included this footnote "Instead of providing names of car models and manufacturers that we tested, we describe the operation of the PKES system that the tested models use. We leave it to the readers to verify with the manufacturers if the described or similar PKES system is used in specific car models." Anyone have reason to believe we're safe from this other than just the small chance of being the target? |
01-17-2011, 06:37 AM | #2 |
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Every tIme you put your key in the ignition the car generates a new unlock code and transmits it to the key.
At least that's what I've beentold |
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01-17-2011, 11:59 AM | #3 |
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At least not until they discover how to remotely depress the brake/clutch pedal!
Seems to me that's another argument against allowing the remote starting in our BMWs so that folks can enjoy another cup of coffee while their motors "warm up". Tom |
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Point being I'd just look back and double-check as you walk away in public places in big cities. I think we're vulnerable to this one. |
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