A duplicate of a key can be created by its sound in the keyhole - scientists

A duplicate of a key can be created by its sound in the keyhole - scientists

22 August 2020, 17:06
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A duplicate key can now be created by the sound it makes when hitting the keyhole. Scientists came to this conclusion, having developed a special system for this.

The development of scientists makes it possible to analyze the sounds from the keyhole. The same applies to the time that passes between them. When the key enters the lock, its pins are positioned in a certain way. As they scroll, they move to create sounds. The nature and frequency of these clicks makes it possible to conclude about the shape of the key and the distance between its grooves.

According to the creators of the system, their development is not yet 100% accurate. But at this stage, he can already pick up to 15 key options for one lock.

Moreover, the system is not very convenient to use. Special equipment and premises are required to isolate the audio stream. But, despite this, the new development is still able to reduce the loads associated with breaking doors.

Nevertheless, the developers remind that from a security standpoint, you should not completely rely on their system. No one has canceled the traditional methods of protecting housing - video surveillance systems, alarms, armored doors.
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