Relay attacks on cars now in the public domain

Three researchers from the system security group at ETH Zurich in Switzerland were able to break into 10 vehicles made by 8 manufacturers and drive them away by intercepting and relaying signals from the cars to their smart keys.
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MPL now stocking Yale multipoint locks

MPL advises LASN that they are now stocking the different types of Yale multipoint locks. Quite hard to get hold of in the past, all the locks are the 3 hook type with a variety of the different rollers or roller positions. They are also stocking the separate gearboxes for these mechanisms, again with the hook in the middle.

MPL Group of Companies
29 Westgate End,
Wakefield, WF2 9RG

T: 01924 360444
F: 01924 376258
E: [email protected]

Lumidigm partners with i-Evo to create robust biometric fingerprint access control readers

Reads Through Snow, Cold, Water, Dust, Oil, Creams and Gloves

Lumidigm has announced that i-Evo (Newcastle upon Tyne, UK) is using the company's multispectral imaging sensors to produce a line of extremely versatile fingerprint readers that can be used both indoors and outdoors, including in harsh environments that render most biometric readers inoperable.
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$1m diamonds theft shakes confidence in Indian bank security

In a case that has shaken confidence in Indian bank security, four men including two diamond dealers, along with a real estate dealer and a master locksmith have been arrested on charges of robbing diamonds worth at least $1 million from seven bank security lockers.
 
The bank, a major diamond finance institution, was robbed after the four succeeded in duplicating locker keys as well as the bank custodian's keys.
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Serco in $2bn bid to run US security giant

Infinova Awarded 'Outstanding Safeguard' for 2010 Asian Games and Asian Para Games

Infinova has announced that the Asian Games Organization Committee has recognized the company with its 'Outstanding Safeguard' Award for its role in keeping stadiums and venues safe during the Asian Games and Asian Para Games which were held in Guangzhou, China between November 12 and December 19, 2010.

Infinova video surveillance and security equipment was installed in a number of venues, including the Guangzhou International Sports Performance Arts Center, Guangdong Aquatic Center, Bicycle Racing Course and Tennis Center. During the games, Infinova technicians were stationed in the stadiums to assure immediate support if needed.
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BAE buys Irish security specialist

British defence giant BAE Systems has agreed to buy Dublin-based financial security provider Norkom Group for more than £180 million.
The company offered €2.10 per share for Norkom, valuing the company at some €217m (£182m).

The board of Norkom unanimously recommended that shareholders accept the offer. BAE subsequently acquired more than 57 per cent of Norkom shares, including undertakings from the directors.

Norkom's financial crime and compliance services are used in more than 100 countries. BAE chief executive Ian King said the deal "would provide an opportunity for accelerated growth in the fast growing cyber and intelligence services sector."

Portable Wet Area Light

Larson Electronics has released a commercial grade LED light designed to replace traditional fluorescents that is suitable for use in wet areas and durable enough to withstand rigorous handling. The Magnalight WAL-PFL-4LED-120-10 portable LED floodlight system produces 45% more light than similar T8 fluorescent fixtures while drawing less than 1 amp of electricity. The entire unit is designed for durability and ruggedness and can withstand significant abuse without serious damage or degradation in performance.

The Magnalight WAL-PFL-4LED-120-10 contains four 24 watt T8 LED tubes and is available in color temperatures of 4300K or 6000K with a CRI of 76.
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Raytec Design IR for the Pelco Esprit

Raytec have launched RAYMAX ESP, a range of illuminators purpose designed to work in conjunction with the Pelco Esprit, the world’s leading camera positioning system. Allowing the Esprit to achieve high quality night-time images up to 100m in total darkness, the RAYMAX ESP units have been approved by Pelco, who engineered a specific version of Esprit to house the new illuminators (specific IR Lighting SMR model # 1-1GA103).
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US tries to convince EU to bolster cargo security

Europe, the United States and other governments should step up cooperation on cargo security to counter potential terrorist attacks that could disrupt global trade, US Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano said recently after a round of talks with EU officials in Brussels.
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Manchester airport has introduced holograms of real-life customer service staff to help speed up security queues

The images of Manchester airport employees John Walsh and Julie Caper were created using the same technology that brings animated pop group Gorillaz to life.

The holograms will greet passengers at the entrance to the security search area and explain the restrictions on carrying liquids onto aircraft.
Although information boards already set out the security restrictions, passengers still regularly forget to remove liquids from their bags, the airport said.
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We have Mail: IPSA Supports Industry Unity

The recent press release and article from the Chairman of the Joint Security Industry Council (JSIC) has opened the discussion not just for who is providing representation to the Government on licensing, but also long term collaboration by the industry.

The International Professional Security Association (IPSA) believes that whilst there is indeed an opportunity for JSIC to be a part of the future of regulation in the UK security industry, there is an absolute need for the recently acquired industry wide solidarity to be maintained if we are to benefit from this once-in-an-industry-lifetime opportunity to engage with the regulator and Government to make positive changes for the future.
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How do you fancy having your picture taken with one of China's most attractive models?

Thanks to the Internet, the delightful Queenie (pictured) is now well-known to the international locksmithing industry as the face of the Lishi pick advertisements.

What you may not know however, is that Queenie is also considered one of China's most attractive models (obviously).
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We have Mail: Now is not the time to water down security standards

Fear of crime is high amongst consumers. But many people have good reason to fear their property is unsafe. There are 20 million residential doors that are vulnerable and present an open invitation to burglars. Anyone who knows how can break in to the average door in under a minute.

Being able to offer a real security solution to homeowners is a big sales opportunity. But you need to be able to sell a product which meets or exceeds today's consumers' security requirements not yesterday's.
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Avocet becomes an affiliate member of MLA

Leading hardware supplier Avocet Hardware has joined the Master Locksmiths Association (MLA) as an affiliate member.

The MLA is a non-profit making organisation established to set and promote standards of conduct, practice and materials within the locksmith industry. The MLA also owns a test house - Sold Secure - certifying security products through attack testing. Avocet's market leading ABS Snap Secure Cylinder recently achieved the Sold Secure Diamond standard test.
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Geonovo and EMCS working together to provide protection for security guards

Foremost Security has put its trust in Geonovo and EMCS to provide protection for its static security guards.

The Nottingham based security contractor which employs 120 people has issued Romad RSP-100 lone worker protection devices, manufactured by Geonovo, to its static security guards.
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New Managing Director appointed for Samsung Techwin Europe

Samsung Techwin Europe, the company responsible for promoting and supporting Samsung Techwin professional and consumer security equipment and solutions across Europe, Russia and CIS, has appointed Mr Lucas Lee as its new Managing Director.
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£9,400 fines over asbestos at hospital

A security firm, a company director and an NHS Trust have been fined after potentially dangerous asbestos fibres were released in a county hospital.
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecuted Northamptonshire NHS Teaching Primary Care Trust, NUTEC Security Systems Ltd, company director Paul Beeby and at Wellingborough Magistrates’ Court following the incident at Isebrook Hospital, Wellingborough, in 2008.
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Samsung launch people counting network dome

Samsung has introduced a new network dome which incorporates people counting.

Although developed in response to demand from retailers who require a reliable tool for monitoring footfall for marketing, merchandising and security purposes, the SND-3080C network dome is likely to be of interest to a wide range of other market sectors including transportation, libraries, museums, car parks, sporting venues and leisure facilities.
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Locksmiths' Exhibition 2011 - training classes announced

It has been announced that there will be a programme of Training Classes held at the Locksmiths' Exhibition 2011.

All Classes must be paid for before the event - there are unlikely to be any free places on the day as the instructors need to bring in supplies on a per student basis.
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Locksmiths' Exhibition 2011 Awards Dinner menu

Mmmm! Tasty eh? And all for only £30. Terrific value.

Here is the set menu for the Awards Dinner Saturday 5th March 2011, held the evening of the first day of the Locksmiths' Exhibition, where we will announce the winners of the Locksmith of the Year and Supplier of the Year awards. If you intend joining us you need to book and tell us your choice from the menu below.
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New homeowners urged to change locks

by Richard Kilner

People who move house are being urged to change the locks, as failure to do so exposes them to increased risk of burglary.
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Representing the Security Industry

by Patrick J Somerville QPM Chairman - Joint Security Industry Council and Vice President of IPSA

Private Security Industry needs a single representative body for all sectors
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