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As a DIY option, there are definitely ways you could add MFA-like security with a simple switch/relay (attached to said authentication factor) in most ignition
by someothherguyy 1y ago
As a DIY option, there are definitely ways you could add MFA-like security with a simple switch/relay (attached to said authentication factor) in most ignition systems.
However, that wouldn't help with the "desyncing" or unlocking aspects of this attack.
- _kb 1y agoA physical steering wheel lock works too. Not every problem needs a tech solution.
- arcanemachiner 1y agoThey're basically describing a hidden kill switch/toggle, which is just as much of a tech solution as the one you're describing. Of course, they wrapped it in some nerdy terminology, which IMO obscures the intent of their suggestion.
- bitexploder 1y agoRemovable steering wheel. Most thieves do not carry a steering wheel with them.
- _kb 1y agoRowan Atkinson approves. https://youtube.com/watch?v=yns_DhYrOpY&t=19m30s https://youtube.com/watch?v=yns_DhYrOpY&t=19m30s
- acomjean 1y agoI had a used VW gti (late last century) with an imobilizer. It let the engine crank but wouldn’t start. It also locked the hood from opening, leading to some panic when first getting the car and forgetting it had this feature. It was a circular key below the steering wheel.