Great. Now Amateurs Can Pick 90% of Locks With No Sign of Forced Entry.
Have you heard of lock bumping? Lock bumping allows anyone to pick 90% of locks in seconds flat. All it takes is a “bump” key, which are sold online. And it’s all over the news. Stick the bump key in the lock, tap the key – and you’re in. It works on deadbolts, too.
According to statistics provided by the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) and the Department of Justice, nearly 2/3 of all break-ins occur with no sign of forced entry. While some of these crimes may be a result of an unlocked door, most experts agree that lock bumping, picking or use of an unauthorized duplicate key are often the case.
As average citizens, we now have to question every robbery we hear of “with no sign of forced entry.” So, what can we do?
1) Please watch these videos:
Short version:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hr23tpWX8lM&eurl
Slightly longer, with warning about PO boxes & identity theft:
http://mediacenter.medeco.com/InTheNews/LockBumping.asx
2) Tell me what you think!
Had you heard of this before? Does it scare you? Thoughts?
3) Please pass this url on.
Link to this post it in your blog, or trackback, or just blog about it. Let people know. Like they said in the news reports, people who want to break in already know about it. Bump keys are available online. It’s the innocent people being broken into that don’t know about it. Please tell any women you know that live alone. Please. This is scary crap.
adorablay said,
February 8, 2007 at 12:28 am
This is very scary… what’s even scarier is that the news is showing everyone (even people without internet!!) how it’s done! Just tell the world… I know it’s important to tell about the risk and that it’s a problem but why did they go into showing exactly how to do it? Crazy. I do know there are code locks you can buy out there where you use a code you choose to unlock the door (much safer but probably more expensive). I think people who are worried should look into that for safety. Thanks for posting this, it’s very informative and scary.
LindaC said,
February 8, 2007 at 12:34 am
It is scary. Know what’s scarier? If you go to Google and type in a search for lock bumping, there’s sites that SELL the bump keys to do it with. Cripes. It’s a good thing the videos also tell which locks can’t be picked with a bump key. I know which locks I’ll be using from now on. lol.
adorablay said,
February 8, 2007 at 1:24 am
That’s very true. I can’t believe it’s so easily obtained on the internet.
Suresh Gundappa said,
February 8, 2007 at 9:45 am
Realy shocking! man what are we getting in to? good wake up article! thanks for sharing.
LindaC said,
February 8, 2007 at 10:03 am
Suresh, I love your blog. I have already chosen the first print I want. (Waiting!) Now to look through the rest. I am glad you followed the link to my blog so I could discover your work. Nice to meet you!
icedmocha said,
February 8, 2007 at 2:36 pm
I had no idea. Thanks for posting this. It’s discouraging, but good to know.
LindaC said,
February 8, 2007 at 2:53 pm
Discouraging for sure. When I did a google search for the term, I was just sick with what came up. There’s one company selling a SET of them that work for all kinds of locks. And they’re SOLD OUT right now. A girl I know said that she swears someone has been in her apartment when she’s at work and has called the police twice, but they “can’t do anything about it” because there is no proof that any crime has been committed. She’s petrified, and no wonder. I sent her this info. She needs a new lock!
fracas said,
February 8, 2007 at 3:10 pm
Two words. Alarm System.
(Now for more words)
When about five of our neighbors were broken into, we decided not to be the 6th. We had an alarm system put in. So, someone might get in with one of those keys but you only get 30 seconds to key in the code and if you don’t, the security system activates. The alarm company will call and if you don’t have the right code word to give them (assuming the perpetrator might be gutsy enough to answer the phone to try say it’s all good) they send the police.
It also helps to have really close relationships with your immediate neighbors. We’re like family around here and we all look out for each other.
But seriously. People who think alarm systems are for the rich and famous are just being silly. It doesn’t cost that much and really… the benefits are worth it. Now when I leave the house and there will be no one home but a sleeping teenager, the alarm goes on and I feel better.
You can add all kinds of features. Our key ring has a button that you can activate the alarm from outside so if you get home and something looks amiss, you can activate and call the police from your car.
Have I sold everyone yet?
I’ll post about this and link for you sis, after I get back from setting up. I’m on my way out the door right away.
Michelle said,
March 15, 2007 at 6:10 pm
I am sending you a partial article we’ve written about lock bumping and prevention. If you would like the full article, please let me know and I’ll send it to you.
Sincerely,
Michelle
Safeguard Your Home and Business against Lock Bumping
The videos on lock bumping are all over the Internet and on local news stations throughout the country. It is becoming common knowledge how to bypass a lock using the method called lock bumping. The spread of this information is causing great concern for individual safety and security for home and business.
As a security professional, I am often asked, “Can people really open locks that easy?” “Should I be concerned?” “What can I do about it?” and “What do you recommend?”
The method of lock bumping using bump keys has been around for many years. The recent spread of this information on lock bumping across the Internet and the news has increased the use of this technique for illegal purposes, and now requires individuals to take precautionary action to protect themselves and their property…
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LindaC said,
March 15, 2007 at 6:49 pm
Hi Michelle
Please do. I’d be happy to post your article with a link to your site.
: )
Linda
Michelle said,
March 21, 2007 at 11:15 am
Safeguard Your Home and Business against Lock Bumping
The videos on lock bumping are all over the Internet and on local news stations throughout the country. It is becoming common knowledge how to bypass a lock using the method called lock bumping. The spread of this information is causing great concern for individual safety and security for home and business.
As a security professional, I am often asked, “Can people really open locks that easy?” “Should I be concerned?” “What can I do about it?” and “What do you recommend?”
The method of lock bumping using bump keys has been around for many years. The recent spread of this information on lock bumping across the Internet and the news has increased the use of this technique for illegal purposes, and now requires individuals to take precautionary action to protect themselves and their property.
In addition to the security concern, there is an insurance issue. If your home or businesses is burglarized and there are no signs of forced entry, does your insurance cover the loss? If the method used to break into your home or business was the lock bumping method, the signs of forced entry would likely be minimal and might not even be visible.
Installing bump proof locks will provide better safety and security. One of the best bump proof locks on the market is the BiLock cylinder. Most locks have both top and bottom pins and locks with the top pins susceptible to lock bumping. BiLock is a 12 pin locking system with no top pins. The BiLock cylinder also has two sidebars and a trigger mechanism within the key. BiLock is also a restricted key, high security system which allows you to have greater key control. These lock cylinders can be purchased as part of the deadbolt or door knob lock. They can be added to most commercial locks and some residential locks without having to replace the entire deadbolt or door knob.
For homeowners, the easiest solution is to purchase the deadbolt with the Bilock cylinder and replace your existing deadbolt. This is normally a simple installation and usually fits within the existing holes currently on the door.
The BiLock lock system with its patented U-shaped key design and trigger mechanism within the key, require two proprietary key machines to produce a key. These key machines are only available to authorized BiLock dealers, and helps eliminate unauthorized key duplication. This provides another layer of security knowing that no one has copied the key to your home or business. All keys are numbered at the time they are issued. Simply keep an accurate record of the distribution of your keys – as long as all keys can be accounted for, there is no need to change the locks.
The cost to upgrade your locks to prevent lock bumping is more than your average lock but it is a worthwhile investment to maintain the security of your home or business. The cost is small when compared to a denied claim for loss from your insurance company!
When the BiLock lock system is installed on your home or business, you can rest assured knowing that you have bump proof locks on your door.
Dave Jabas
Lock expert with 30 years experience, specializing in door hardware, door locks and bump proof locks for residential and commercial applications.
http://www.wholesalelocks.com
Copyright 2006 Wholesale Locks
lexy said,
April 4, 2007 at 12:14 pm
do you know any victims of lock bumping? Or someone that has been a victim of a break in, ut no sign of forced entry? … and the insuranve denied? I’d like to speak/ write with them to find out some info.
thanks for any information.
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