The feature designed for the convenience of motorists to effortlessly open and start their vehicles by simply having the key fob in close proximity to the car is also, regrettably, the feature that makes the system vulnerable to relay attacks.
The key fob emits a short-range radio signal that the car constantly scans for, triggering the locking or unlocking of doors when necessary. These radio signals are being hijacked by criminals using relay amplifiers.Using a relay amplifier, a criminal successfully enters a locked Ford Eco-Sport parked in a busy parking area situated in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs, all while avoiding detection and raising any suspicion.
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