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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
To steal today's computerized cars, thieves go high-tech
These days, cars are computer centers on wheels. Today's vehicles can contain over 100 computers and millions of lines of software code. These computers are all networked together and can operate all aspects of your vehicle. It's not surprising, then, that car theft has also become high-tech. The computers in a vehicle can be divided into four categories. Many computers are dedicated to operating the vehicle's drive train, including controlling the fuel, battery or both, monitoring emissions and operating cruise control. The second category is dedicated to providing safety. These computers collect data from the vehicle and the outside environment and provide functions like lane correction, automatic braking and backup monitoring. The third category is infotainment systems that provide music and video and can interface with your personal devices through Bluetooth wireless communications. Many vehicles can also connect to cellular services and provide Wi-Fi connectivity. The final category is the navigation system, including the car's GPS system. Computers in one category often need to communicate with computers in another category. For example, the safety system must be able to control the drive train and the infotainment systems. One difference between the network in your car and a typical computer network is that all devices in the car trust each other. Therefore, if an attacker can access one computer, they can easily access other computers in the car. As with any new technology, some aspects of today's cars make it harder for thieves, and some make it easier. There are several methods of stealing a car that are enabled by today's technology. One of the high-tech features is the use of keyless entry and remote start. Keyless entry has become common on many vehicles and is very convenient. The fob you have is paired to your car using a code that both your car and fob know, which prevents you from starting other cars. The difference between keyless entry and the remotes that unlock your car is that keyless entry fobs are always transmitting, so when you get near your car and touch the door, it will unlock. You had to press a button for old fobs to unlock the car door and then use your key to start the car. The first keyless fobs transmitted a digital code to the car, and it would unlock. Thieves quickly realized they could eavesdrop on the radio signal and make a recording. They could then 'replay' the recording and unlock the car. To help with security, the newest fobs use a one-time code to open the door. One method of stealing cars involves using two devices to build an electronic bridge between your fob and your car. One person goes near the car and uses a device to trick the car into sending a digital code used to verify the owner's fob. The thief's device sends that signal to an accomplice standing near the owner's home, which transmits a copy of the car's signal. When the owner's fob replies, the device near the house sends the fob signal to the device near the car, and the car opens. The thieves can then drive off, but once they turn the car off they cannot restart it. Carmakers are looking to fix this by ensuring the fob is in the car for it to be driven. The network used by all computers in a car to communicate is called a controller area network bus. It's designed to allow the computers in a car to send commands and information to each other. The CAN bus was not designed for security, because all of the devices are assumed to be self-contained. But that presumption leaves the CAN bus vulnerable to hackers. Car thieves often try to hack into the CAN bus and from there the computers that control the car's engine. The engine control unit stores a copy of the wireless key code, and thieves can clone this to a blank key fob to use to start the victim's car. One method is accessing a car's onboard diagnostics through a physical port or wireless connection meant for repair technicians. Thieves who access the onboard diagnostics gain access to the CAN bus. Another network hacking method is breaking through a headlight to reach the CAN bus via a direct wiring connection. Modern thieves also try the USB hack, which exploits a design flaw in Hyundai and Kia vehicles. This is more of an old-style hot-wiring of a car than a high-tech computer issue. It is named the USB hack because when thieves break into a car, they look for a slot in the steering column. It turns out that a USB connector fits into the slot, and this allows you to turn on the ignition. So all someone has to do is break the window, insert a USB connector and start the car. This technique has become infamous thanks to a loose affiliation of young car thieves in Milwaukee dubbed the Kia Boyz who have gained notoriety on TikTok. Hyundai and Kia have issued an update that closes the vulnerability by requiring the fob to be in the car before you can start it. Given there are so many different car models, and their complexity is increasing, there are likely to continue to be new and creative ways for thieves to steal cars. So what can you do? Some things are the same as always: Keep your vehicle locked, and don't leave your key fob in it. What is new is keeping your vehicle's software up to date, just as you do with your phone and computer. This article is republished from The Conversation, a nonprofit, independent news organization bringing you facts and trustworthy analysis to help you make sense of our complex world. It was written by: Doug Jacobson, Iowa State University Read more: How Ukraine has defended itself against cyberattacks – lessons for the US US autoworkers may wage a historic strike against Detroit's 3 biggest automakers − with wages at EV battery plants a key roadblock to agreement Four strategies to make your neighborhood safer Doug Jacobson does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
18-year-old arrested for attempted car theft of priest outside Near North Side church: police
The Brief A Near North Side priest was the victim of an attempted armed car theft while his car was parked outside his church on May 21, police say. Raleigh Ford, 18, was identified as the alleged suspect in the incident. The investigation is ongoing; no charges have been filed. CHICAGO - An 18-year-old is in custody after allegedly attempting to steal a priest's car while it was parked outside a Near North Side church on May 21, police said. What we know The victim, a Catholic priest, stopped to check the mail at Holy Name Cathedral Parrish before joining some of the nuns for a lunch reservation at around 11:25 a.m. The victim parked his 2015 Toyota Rav4 on the street, unlocked with the keys in the ignition and the vehicle running. When returning to his vehicle, the victim allegedly saw Raleigh Ford checking to see if the car was unlocked. When the victim called out to Ford, Ford entered the driver's side of the car. The victim quickly ran to the car and entered the car on the passenger's side. The two got into a physical altercation, with Ford trying to push the victim out of the car while the victim was able to dislodge the keys from the vehicle's ignition. Ford then fled on foot in an unknown direction. No injuries were reported. The incident was recorded on the Parrish CCTV. Ford was arrested for a similar crime on May 26 by Chicago Police and positively identified as the suspect by the victim. What's next The investigation is ongoing and charges are still pending at this time. The Source Details of this case were provided by the Chicago Police Department and court documents.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Suspect in deadly Albuquerque police shooting had lengthy criminal history
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque SWAT operation to apprehend a suspected car thief ended in tragedy early Thursday morning, leaving both the suspect and a police K-9 dead, and KRQE News 13 has learned more about the suspect. Story continues below Crime: Albuquerque business owner faces murder charge for shooting fleeing shoplifter News: Las Vegas deputy charged with aggravated battery and robbery Business: A downtown Albuquerque shoe shine parlor is still serving patrons after nearly a century Events: What's happening around New Mexico May 30-June 5? Kirtland Air Fiesta and more Albuquerque Police Department officers responded to the Comfort Inn near the Albuquerque International Sunport around midnight in search of 39-year-old Jorge Eduardo Dominguez. According to authorities, Dominguez attempted to evade arrest by jumping from a second-story window. Officers deployed a K-9 unit, and the service dog, Rebel, was released to pursue him. During the attempted arrest, police discovered Dominguez was armed. Shots were fired, resulting in Dominguez being fatally shot. Rebel was also injured in the confrontation and later died from his wounds. Dominguez had a lengthy criminal history dating back to 2006. In 2022, he was convicted of firing a weapon at another driver but avoided prison time after accepting a plea deal that resulted in a suspended sentence. His record includes charges of domestic violence, battery, and driving while intoxicated. The most recent charge that led to Thursday's encounter involved receiving and transferring a stolen vehicle. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Daily Mail
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Davinia Taylor reveals her and partner Matthew Leyden's cars have been stolen by 'scumbags' as she appeals for help
Davinia Taylor has revealed that her and her partner Matthew Leyden's cars were stolen in the middle of the night. The former Hollyoaks star, 47, took to Instagram to share a furious video on Monday revealing the family car and two of Matthew's own vehicles had been 'nicked'. Davinia revealed the cars were stolen in the middle of the night as she appealed to people from her local area in Lancashire to watch out for any of the vehicles being sold on. 'So at 2.30am last night, some guys came and nicked mine and Matthew's cars,' Davinia raged. Family car, Matt's cars. I've got two pictures of them and then I've got a video of them robbing it. 'But I'm just wondering if anyone in the Blackburn/Clitheroe/Lancashire area clocks these cars or if someone tries to sell you them, they're stolen. What a wonderful, wonderful way to start half term. Scum. Scumbags everywhere.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Davinia Taylor has revealed that her and her partner Matthew Leyden's cars were stolen in the middle of the night She captioned the clip: 'Still waiting on a crime reference number @lancspolice. Btw I smashed up the back of the Audi last year so it's by no means a bargain whatsoever!!!!!!!!!!!!! 'Wtf is up with people. Dirty little rats (sorry rats).' She shared photos of a BMW and an Audi as she asked fans to keep an eye out. It comes days after Davinia, who is Kate Moss's party pal, revealed that if she had 'one more drink, she could have died' as she opened up about her former party life. The former actress, who ditched the party scene to live a healthy life style, has confessed that she kept drinking through her 20s until she hit rock bottom. Davinia was famed for her position in the notorious Primrose Hill party set, where she joined her then-husband Dave Gardner in partying through the Nineties with pals including Kate Moss, Sadie Frost and Jude Law. And now, Davinia, who has been sober for 17 years after battling alcohol addiction, has become a fitness guru and credits 'biohacking' for her 'biological age of 20'. Chatting to the Sun, Davinia explained that she 'flatlined' and was drinking to survive rather than for enjoyment. She captioned the clip: ' Still waiting on a crime reference number @lancspolice. Btw I smashed up the back of the Audi last year so it's by no means a bargain whatsoever!!!!!!!!!!!!!' Davinia revealed the cars were stolen in the middle of the night as she appealed to people from her local area in Lancashire to watch out for any of the vehicles being sold on She told the publication: 'I was constantly hungover, riddled with anxiety, and alcohol didn't work for me any more. 'Not even a glass of red wine would lift me. 'I was shown these awful videos of myself drunk, and numerous times I was told by doctors, 'one more drink will kill you'. Biohacking involves making small, strategic scientific-backed changes to habits and behaviors to improve things like cognitive function and weight management. Davina ditched her party girl ways in favour of a cleaner existence, after a 12-week rehab stint in South Africa where she was eventually able to kick her habits. The former actress described her battle with alcoholism as a an 'eternal hell', because she knew she shouldn't be drinking but was in a heavy period of withdrawal Once she got clean, Davinia said she became addicted to other areas of life, such as eating when she gained 'stones', before eventually finding a happier balance. She shares son Grey, 17, with Dave, and Luxx, 13, whose father has never been revealed, and Asa, six, and Jude, seven, with her partner Matthew. Davinia was famed for her position in the notorious Primrose Hill party set, where she joined her then-husband Dave Gardner in partying through the Nineties with pals including Kate Moss, Sadie Frost and Jude Law (pictured in 2003) Davinia recently told The Sun how she wishes her mother, who died in 2013, could see the woman she has become. She said: 'For her to see me now, as a mother – happy, settled and not needing the fineries to support my ego – would have made her really proud.' At one point in her life, Davinia faced a custody battle and was suicidal, however, now she said her old self would not have been able to recognise the woman she is today. Explaining why her younger years were so wild, Davinia said that she has a high dopamine drive, meaning the impulsiveness to do things to feel alive was stronger. She said that this is a classic symptom of ADHD, but that it is not as widely diagnosed in women as it is in men. 'A girl with ADHD will be referred to as 'Dolly Daydream', and that was me,' she said. 'I'm hoping over the next few years that a lot of women my age realise they can get help for it now – it's not too late.'
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
How car theft is affecting Canadians — and what you need to know about reVINing
Car theft can happen to anyone — and it's a growing issue for Canadians. Melinda Seibold of TD Insurance joins Wealth host Brad Smith to share some top tips to keep in mind, along with what you should know about reVINing. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Wealth here. This content was part of a sponsorship paid for by TD Insurance. TD Insurance residential and personal lines automobile insurance policies are underwritten by Security National Insurance Company, Primmum Insurance Company, TD General Insurance Company, and TD Home and Auto Insurance Company, and are distributed by TD Direct Insurance Agency Inc. and Meloche Monnex Insurance and Financial Services. Due to provincial legislation, TD Insurance does not offer personal lines automobile insurance products in British Columbia, Manitoba, or Saskatchewan. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
