Millions of Keyless Remotes Can be Cloned by Thieves

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Scott McCracken
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carcomplaints.com
An overhead view of a parking lot with cars neatly lined up inside parking spaces.

File this under news deep down you knew was true but didn't want to believe it: A team of researchers found vulnerabilities that can affect 100 million vehicles with keyless remote entry worldwide.

The researchers say a simple radio device is all that's needed to intercept a keyless remote signal, giving thieves full access to the car for around $40.

Anyway, if you need me I'll be in my bunker.

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