Watchdog has got on the case now
- Thread starter Allattar
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Just spoke to customer services (couldnt get through yesterday/got fed up of trying) and got the standard eight week trial then you will be contacted and she took contact details so wait and see I guess , have made a note to contact them again in ten weeks
Still not quite sure how dealers are going to deal with 1000's of cars at once
Still not quite sure how dealers are going to deal with 1000's of cars at once
z4-cheapskate
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The patch will only render the existing devices incompatible.
All thats required is new software to perform the same process again againt a newer version.
Even if it means restoring the cars firmware to an older version before the attach takes place.
The only solution is to either physically protect the port or require authentication of the connected user.
BMW seems to be engaged in security through obscurity.
All thats required is new software to perform the same process again againt a newer version.
Even if it means restoring the cars firmware to an older version before the attach takes place.
The only solution is to either physically protect the port or require authentication of the connected user.
BMW seems to be engaged in security through obscurity.
I gather that the device the thieves use costs in the region of £6.5k so its not available to your average joy rider!
I'm sure the eventual "fix" by BMW will be a properly engineered solution - If post Sept 11 cars are secure then it must be a distinct possibility to secure the pre Sept 11 cars.
I'm sure the eventual "fix" by BMW will be a properly engineered solution - If post Sept 11 cars are secure then it must be a distinct possibility to secure the pre Sept 11 cars.
z4-cheapskate
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The devices can be bough for a few hundred.
z4-cheapskate
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Just google it.
Ebay has some of the lower end ones for older firmware at £150 while the "latest update" versions are going for around £550....
Ebay has some of the lower end ones for older firmware at £150 while the "latest update" versions are going for around £550....
chris_p said:
The EWS for the e85 has been cracked for some time. But a thief would have to pick or punch the mechanical lock as well as a program a key.
Why go to all that trouble for an e85, when they can take a newer BMW more easily.
Anyone else with Swiftcover or AXA get this email ?
You may have seen in the news recently that some BMW car models are unfortunately affected by a security flaw. As a customer and owner of a BMW we wanted to make you aware of this so you can take the necessary precautions and help prevent thefts of BMWs.
BMW has advised that the security breach only affects models which were built from 2006 to September 2011.
The security flaw lies with the electronic key. A device now exists which enables its user to access a car's on-board computer and program a blank key. In the wrong hands, a thief can steal a BMW in just a few minutes using the device.
How you can reduce the threat of car theft:
BMW has announced that they will offer a free upgrade of security features for cars affected. Therefore we would recommend that you contact your BMW service department or your nearest BMW dealer who will be able to advise you further.
Visit the BMW website to find out more.
I reckon that raises the stakes slightly. If you don't get this upgrade done, and your car is nicked, insurance company will attempt to lower payout value. I reckon it should be a full and official recall, what if you're one of those (and there's plenty I'm sure) that don't frequent internet forums, watch Watchdog, or read the Mail ?
Yours sincerely
swiftcover.com
You may have seen in the news recently that some BMW car models are unfortunately affected by a security flaw. As a customer and owner of a BMW we wanted to make you aware of this so you can take the necessary precautions and help prevent thefts of BMWs.
BMW has advised that the security breach only affects models which were built from 2006 to September 2011.
The security flaw lies with the electronic key. A device now exists which enables its user to access a car's on-board computer and program a blank key. In the wrong hands, a thief can steal a BMW in just a few minutes using the device.
How you can reduce the threat of car theft:
BMW has announced that they will offer a free upgrade of security features for cars affected. Therefore we would recommend that you contact your BMW service department or your nearest BMW dealer who will be able to advise you further.
Visit the BMW website to find out more.
I reckon that raises the stakes slightly. If you don't get this upgrade done, and your car is nicked, insurance company will attempt to lower payout value. I reckon it should be a full and official recall, what if you're one of those (and there's plenty I'm sure) that don't frequent internet forums, watch Watchdog, or read the Mail ?
Yours sincerely
swiftcover.com
Spoke with the dealers this morning. Only X5 & X6 are being upgraded currently, it is expected that all other models will be included in the next 6 - 8 weeks.
I haven't had an insurance letter as yet.
I haven't had an insurance letter as yet.