International car theft tool seized in Australia, sparking police warning

26 March 2024, 9:39 am

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International car theft tool seized in Australia, sparking police warning
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International car theft tool seized in Australia, sparking police warning
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Queensland Police have seized a Flipper Zero device, popular among hackers overseas for stealing cars by copying key fob data. The device can replicate signals from car key fobs and garage door openers. Acting Superintendent Rob Fleischer warned car owners to keep their keys in a Faraday case to prevent theft. Vehicle theft and burglary in Australia has been on the rise, with nearly one in 10 Australians reporting car break-ins in the past year.

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