The nature and extent of electronic theft methods for cars

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The nature and extent of electronic theft methods for cars

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Electronic immobiliser systems are standard equipment in most modern cars. Fitment of this anti-theft technology is probably the biggest single contributor to the reductions in car theft seen in many markets since the 1990s. Over time the immobiliser systems have been refined yet there is persistent feedback from the market which suggests that even the most sophisticated modern electronic protection can be overcome, using equipment readily available on the internet, allowing thieves to steal cars without access to the owner's keys.

Referring to such techniques as 'electronic theft', this report sets out to determine to what extent this anecdotal information is true and to separate 'fact' from 'fiction'. In doing so, the report will answer the following important questions:

- To what extent are electronic theft methods used in car theft today?

- Is this type of theft a growing problem?

- What particular electronic theft methods are used?

• This report includes analysis of a range of electronic theft methods, which represent a growing theft risk for vehicles. Focusing on third party tools available to locksmiths, the report will investigate what security weakness do they leverage to be able to reprogram new keys. • Additionally, the report also analyses how actual theft tools (recovered from stolen vehicles) operate and what weaknesses they exploit.• The report also looks at how many cars are being stolen in this way, to help OEMs perform more accurate risk assessments.

Table of Contents 1. Executive Summary

1.1 The Extent of Electronic Theft Methods1.2 Typical Methods used by Thieves1.3 Tackling Electronic Theft

2. Overview

2.1 Background2.2 Definition of 'Electronic Theft'2.3 Objectives2.4 Methodology2.5 Special Acknowledgments

3. How Thieves Steal Modern Cars without the Key

3.1 Gaining Entry to the Vehicle3.1.1. Opportunism3.1.2. Manipulation of the Door Lock Mechanism3.1.3. Breaking the Side Window Glass3.1.4. Key Fob Signal Manipulation3.1.5. Key Fob Signal Blocking3.1.6. Direct Signal Manipulation3.1.7. Deception3.2 Starting the Vehicle Engine3.2.1. Programming a New Key to the Vehicle3.2.2. Cloning Existing Vehicle Key3.2.3. Replacement of Security-Relevant Components3.2.4. Key Fob Signal Manipulation3.2.5. Immobiliser Override3.2.6. Possible Future Methods3.3 Case Studies

4. The Extent of Electronic Theft Methods

4.1 Interpretation of the Data4.2 Conclusions4.3 Increase in Theft Without Keys4.4 Future Predictions4.5 Country-by-Country Analysis

List of Figures Fig. 1. Estimates of Electronic Theft Penetration by Country

Fig. 2. High-Risk Vehicle Theft Trends and Electronic Theft Penetration

Fig. 3. Entry and Start Methods used by Thieves

Fig. 4. Historical Perspective of Vehicle Theft in England and Wales

Fig. 5. Summary of Vehicle Entry and Start Methods used by Thieves

Fig. 6. How Thieves Gain Access to Vehicles

Fig. 7. Constraints of Different Access Methods

Fig. 8. Smart Key Relay Attack Method (Access)

Fig. 9. SBD Relay Attack Evaluation Devices

Fig. 10. How Thieves Start Vehicles without the Original Key

Fig. 11. Electronic Theft Method Timeline

Fig. 12. Typical New Key Programming Process (Aftermarket Tool)

Fig. 13. Comparison of Key Programming and Key Cloning

Fig. 14. Smart Key Relay Attack Method (Engine Start)

Fig. 15. Immobiliser Override ECU for Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van

Fig. 16. Summary of Modus Operandi Observed in Case Studies

Fig. 17. Countries where Electronic Theft Data has been Estimated

Fig. 18. Electronic Theft Rates by Region

Fig. 19. Cars Stolen 'With Key' –Sample of UK Premium and Luxury Parc

Fig. 20. Proportion of Cars Stolen 'Without Key' in London

Fig. 21. Evolution in Theft Methods of Traqueur Fleet in France,

Fig. 22. Methods Covered by 'Theft Without the key'

Fig. 23. Different Weaknesses in Vehicle Security Systems

Fig. 24. Security-Related Exploits Possible using Reverse Engineering

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