nvcpa conference - "how thieves break in" 10-4-11

Northern Virginia Crime Prevention Association

Conference10-4-11Dale L. Bowman, CML, CJIL,

CPP

Content

• Interest stories – to get you thinking• How locks operate• Vulnerabilities of locks, and how they

get compromised• Role of high security locks and key

control• Shameless plug - • Q & A

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This is a painting byVincent Von Gogh.“Vase and Flowers”

>$50M

and it was…

STOLEN.

“Faulty alarms blamed for Van Gogh theft in

Egypt.”-BBC NEWS ENTERTAINMENT

Online – August 2010

“There are 43security cameras but only

7are working. Each painting is protected by an

alarm but again, none

are working.”

“Faulty alarms blamed for Van Gogh theft in

Egypt.”-BBC NEWS ENTERTAINMENT

Online – August 2010

“Reporters were told on Sunday that security measures at the museum had been

“inadequate,” describing them as a “facade.”

“Faulty alarms blamed for Van Gogh theft in

Egypt.”-BBC NEWS ENTERTAINMENT

Online – August 2010

“Museum officials had been looking for spare parts to

MEND the security

system, but that they “hadn’t managed to find them.”

SPRING 2010 – NYC

The NY Daily News reports – April 24th thru April 27th Daily News Writers: Erin Einhorn, Kevin Deutsch, Peter Donohue, & Mike Mclaughlin

Subway Key

These were the headlines:“No such thing as a free ride? Man buys copy of universal subway key for $50.”

“Get the magic key that opens gates at 468 subway stations for $27.”

“Pols, public outraged at’ ‘shocking’ master key security breach in our subways.”

SPRING 2010 – NYC

SPRING 2010 – NYC

But, that’s not all.Here’s the last headline…

SPRING 2010 – NYC

“Miracle key we bought for $27 controls every elevator NYC elevator, plus subways.”

SPRING 2010 – NYC

So… what’s the

BIG IDEA

here?

Your key system is the first line of

defense…

it’s also usually

the weakest link.

This is Jacques Plante

He pioneered the goalie mask in the 1960’s

The game of ice hockey was invented in the early-1800’s

It took someone nearly 150 years to finally realize… Hey, I’m tired of getting HIT in the face with the puck. It hurts! There has to be a

better way.

Lesson:There are

solutions to the obvious.

This is Linus Yale, Jr

He patented and developed the concept of the pin tumbler lock

in 1865.

His concept is still used today…

97% of all locks used to protect homes, businesses, institutions still use this design.

Lesson:There are

solutions to the obvious.

So… what’s an even

BIGGER IDEA

here?

A strong mechanical

foundation, with key control and high

security elements, is still crucial to the long term

success of any access control program.

Shell

PlugHow does a lock work?

Shell

Plug

How does a lock work?

BOTTOM PINS

TOP PINS

How does a lock work?

How does a lock work?

PLUG

SHELL

How does a lock work?

How does a lock work?

How does a lock work?

Locks:Vulnerabilities and how they get compromised!

Picking

Picking

Picking

Tools

Picking

Drilling

Drilling

Forced Entry

Forced Entry

Surreptitious Entry

Surreptitious Entry

Surreptitious Entry

Surreptitious Entry

Surreptitious Entry

Now… for one of the most dangerous lock opening

techniques ever????

LOCK BUMPING

What is “Lock Bumping?”Exploiting the weaknesses found in

common pin tumbler locksOpening the lock:

With no damage, no evidenceWithin secondsWith little or no trainingWithout expensive or traditional tools

In the News….Bumping has caught the

attention of the media

Time for a science lesson.Newton’s Cradle: Impact Energy

Lock Bumping – How does it work?

Lock Bumping – Same concept as the pick gun

Then Comes the Bump Key

• Perfect tool to transfer impact energy• Key cut to deepest possible depth• Key depths

• # 1 depth very high on key• # 9 depth very low on key

• Key and tool to transfer energy into lock

Bump Key vs. Operating Key

#1 Depth = Very High on Key

#9 Depth = Very Low on Key

How do you make a Bump Key?

• Key Machine• Cut key to deepest possible depth

• All positions• Must have key machine

• Not readily available

• Or• File key

Transferring the Energy

• Bump key will not work by itself• Nothing will happen – key will not turn

• How do you transfer the energy?• A hammer• A shoe• A piece of wood• A screwdriver handle• What else??? Thieves can be creative!!

Transferring Energy

Transferring the Energy

• Collect old/used keys• Existing keys

• Master key system• Buy locks at hardware store

• Have additional keys cut to code• File keys down

• Buy on the Internet• Choose from selection of keys

Where do Bump Keys come from?

Where do Bump Keys come from?

The Internet

Where do Bump Keys come from?

The Internet

Who’s watching?

Concerned consumer or citizen?

Soon to be burglar?

Bump Keys Myths: Myth #1

There are a wide variety of locks. You need keys

for all locks to be effective.

Bump Keys Myths: Myth #2

Bumping is not used often so there is no

problem.

Bump Keys Myths: Myth #2

• How many burglaries have you investigated where ….. • There’s no sign of forced entry?• The lock is left undamaged?• The owner swears that locked the

door?

• How do you know these locks were not bumped?

• There is no way to know

Bump Key Myth: Myth #3

Bumping cannot be easily learned. It

requires practice and a large financial

investment.

Bump Key Myth: Myth #3

• Internet • A quick “google” search on “lock

bumping” will lead you to:• Training Videos • Training tools• Written instructions• Bump keys

• Requires practice – but not that much• 11 of the most popular keyways

• About $35

Bump Key Myths: Myth #4

Burglars need to know what type of lock is in the door before they can break in.

This takes a lot of preparation.

Bump Key Myths: Myth #4• Not entirely false• But…

• Bump keys are cheap, plentiful and easily made

• Can examine local DIY store to find locks sold in area

• 10 – 15 types of bump keys• You’re set

• Take a stroll through your neighborhood

Unauthorized Key Duplication

Yes… but for whom??

To whom do you give your keys?

Maid or Cleaning Service

Parking Lot Attendant or Valett

Plumber or Other Worker

Babysitter or Other Employee

Unauthorized Key Duplication

• Most keys are:• Not protected• Can be cut by anyone

• Anyone with a key machine• Anyone holding the key

• Keys stamped “Do Not Duplicate”• Are not protected• Create a false sense of security• “Unlawful to Duplicate” - FALSE

What role does high security, and key control, cylidner play

in providing good

security?

How can you protect yourself and your community against

these threats? • High Security Locks

• What is a high security lock? • A lock that:

• Offers Pick resistance• Offers Drill resistance• Offers Bump resistance• Offers Control over duplicate keys

• But… it’s not enough to just say you protect against these threats

• It must be proven!!! Independently!!

UL & ANSI

• UL – Underwriters Laboratory• UL437

• Picking• Drilling• Physical attack

• ANSI - American National Standards Institute • ANSI A156.30

• Same as above, but more…• Theoretical changes• Key control elements

What is

KEY CONTROL?

What is meant by Controlled Duplication?

Ask yourself these questions:

Do you give anyone copies of your keys?

Do you mind if they make copies without

your permission?

What is meant by Controlled Duplication?The only way to fight unauthorized

key duplication is with a patent protected key.

• Utility Patented Keys• Are protected by law• Controlled by manufacturer

• Distribution• Who gets the keyblanks?• Who is allowed to cut keyblanks?

Where can you get high security and key control

locks?• Professional, Licensed Locksmith• Look for license #

• ALOA Member• Associated Locksmiths of America• Member locator

• www.aloa.org

• CML, CPL, CRL, RL or other certification• Medeco Dealer Locator

• www.medeco.com

You can’t get them at a Box Store

The next generation of lock and key

DESIGN.

When you hear the phrase “lost key” what one word comes to mind?

When’s the last time you

bought a roll of film?

Everyone WANTS

access control.

Everyone HAS mechanical hardware.

What is eCylinder?Convenience and flexibility of an

access control system with the strength and security of a high security key system design?

wiringdoor modificationsframe modifications

NO

What is eCylinder?

Convenience and flexibility of an access control system with the strength and security of a high security key system design?

leverage existing hardwareaudit trailsschedulingease of access rights managementone key convenience

YES

Next StepsComplete “Crime Prevention Kit”

request form• Use kit as a resource for security surveys

or Neighborhood Watch meetings.

Next Steps• Partner with a Professional Locksmith

• Medeco Dealer Locator – www.medeco.com

• ALOA – Associated Locksmiths of America• www.aloa.org• www.findalocksmith.com

Call me. I’m available for Neighborhood Watch meetings.

Q & A

In Locks We Trust!

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