Despite a recent security update for the Tesla Model 3 aimed at preventing theft, the electric model can still be easily stolen with a relay device to capture the proximity key signal, says the site.
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According to Wired, the new ultra-wideband radio technology introduced in the update was intended to prevent these relays. However, a video from GoGoByte, an automotive cybersecurity company, demonstrated that the method is still effective even after the update.
GoGoByte researchers showed that it is possible to unlock and start the Tesla Model 3 using a relay device, which can be made with equipment accessible for less than $100. Thus, unless the driver has activated an optional four-digit PIN, the vehicle can be easily unlocked and started.
Although Tesla explained that the new technology was not specifically designed to prevent thefts but to improve ultra-wideband reliability, the issue remains. GPS connectivity in Tesla cars can help locate vehicles in case of theft, but the effectiveness of this measure is still questionable.
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