What Homeowners Need to Learn About Lock Security

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What Homeowners Need to Learn About Lock Security

• Joseph Kingma
• Medeco Security Locks

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Agenda

• Common Perceptions
• Common Vulnerabilities
• High Security Locks
• Available Resources

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Where Thieves Break In
9 of all residential break-ins occur through
the garage
(Research by Simon Hakim, Temple University,
215-204-7476)
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Where Thieves Break In
12 occur through open or unlocked entrances,
basements or second floor windows or doors
(Research by Simon Hakim, Temple University,
215-204-7476)
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Where Thieves Break In
23 of all residential break-ins occur through a
window
(Research by Simon Hakim, Temple University,
215-204-7476)
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Where Thieves Break In
58 of all residential break-ins occur through a
first floor door
(Research by Simon Hakim, Temple University,
215-204-7476)
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Where Thieves Break In
62 of Completed Residential Burglaries show no
sign of forced entry Doors Unlocked Entry through
open window Lock Manipulation Duplicate keys used
(2005 FBI Uniform Crime Report)
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Do Alarms Help?

• Yes, ButWould you ever buy a car that had an
  airbag, but no brakes?
• A house with a alarm but poor quality locks is
  identical
• Just as brakes stop you from hitting something
  and the airbag is there just in case you still
  do, Good locks prevent the break-in, the alarm is
  used just in case the burglar still gets in.
• Nearly half of homes with alarms burglarized
  didnt have alarm turned on

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Average Perception of a Lock

• All locks are roughly the same
• Some offer better strength
• All are generally secure when locked
• Expensive locks are generally better looking
• Assumed to be more secure

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Keys Keys Keys

• Hidden for convenience
• Given to Neighbors and Friends
• Temporarily given to others
• Mechanic
• Babysitter
• Housekeeper
• Valet Parking Attendant
• 1-in-50 chance your key works a neighbors lock

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Overview of a Typical Lock SystemNegative
Influences on Security
Keys Distributed
Process Repeats
System Instigated
Level of Security
CRISIS!!
Time
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What is needed?

• Doors are the 1 point of entry
• Keys need protection from duplication.
• Locks provide protection from manipulation
• Locks must be stronger
• System must offer more flexibility where
  appropriate
• We want thieves to make a mess of things before
  they can gain entry.

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Overview of Common Lock Technology

• Used on 98 of all residential locks
• Inexpensive, often imported
• No extraordinary materials used
• Loose tolerances
• Few code variations (many similar keys)
• Keys can be duplicated by anyone without proper
  authorization.
• Assumed to be secure

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How does it work?
Pin tumbler lock basics
No key inserted
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How does it work?
Pin tumbler lock basics
Operating key inserted
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Risks Associated with Common Lock Technology

• Easy to manipulate lock
• Bump
• Pick
• Drill
• Pull
• Inferior quality- lock doesnt last
• Keys can be copied by anyone
• Blanks not protected
• Many keys unaccounted for

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Methods of Key Duplication
No Sign of Entry
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Methods of Physical Attack
Shim Attack
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Methods of Lock By-Pass
No Sign of Entry
Comb Attack
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And What About Lock Bumping?
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And What About Lock Bumping?
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Spot the Burglary Tool
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Spot the Burglary Tool
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How does it work?
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Using the Bump Key

• Pull key out one position

The key is cut deep enough to allow the bottom
pins to remain contained within the plug and not
be forced into the shell and block the shearline.
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Using the Bump Key
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UL Listed Locks

• UL 437 Locks
• Pick and bump resistant
• Drill resistant
• Patented Keys for protection from duplication
• Medeco keys work in neighbors lock? 1 in 50
  million chance
• Better chance of being struck by lightning in
  your lifetime

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High Security Technology
Mushroom Drivers
Hardened Inserts

• Triple Locking Mechanism
• Chiseled Pins (rotate)
• Sidebar
• Slider

Hardened Backplate
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Digital e-Cylinder Technology
Digital Masterkeying Time Scheduling Audit
Records in Key and Cylinder Access easily changed
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Available Tools and Programs

• McGruff/Freedom Education Resource Kit
• Literature
• Technology
• Home
• Business
• Presentations on CD
• Sample Lock
• Display Board

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Available Tools and Programs

• McGruff/Freedom Education Resource Kit

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Available Tools and Programs

• McGruff/Freedom Dealer Network
• Hundreds of Medeco Dealers Nationwide
• Can assist with training
• Can provide current threats from lock perspective
• Can often provide meeting space

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Available Tools and Programs

• Resource Materials
• Web Sites
• www.ncpc.org
• www.medeco.com
• Literature
• Either of the above sites
• Key control policies handbook Medeco
• McGruff Freedom Educational Kit call Medeco
  at1-800-839-3157

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Summary

• Doors are 1 vulnerability
• Threats are real
• Locks make a difference
• Resources are readily available