Digital car keys offer convenience but introduce new security risks

Digital car keys offer convenience by allowing users to lock, unlock, and even start their vehicles using smartphones, leveraging technologies like ultra-wideband and near-field communication. While these digital keys are not susceptible to relay attacks common with key fobs, they introduce new security concerns, such as unauthorized access if a phone is stolen. Failsafe mechanisms, including reserve power for up to five hours after a phone battery dies and remote wiping capabilities, are available to mitigate these risks. AI

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• Android
• Apple CarKey
• Apple Wallet
• Car Connectivity Consortium
• Google Wallet
• iPhone
• near-field communication
• Samsung
• ultra-wideband

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