CPA Bulletin

www.cpa.uk.net CPA Bulletin > May 2018 19 PLANT THEFT Hiremanagement software provider inspHire has released a brand new asset tracker functionality that integrates it with Trackunit, JCB LiveLink and CanTrack tomake visibility of equipment even clearer. The exclusive development has been driven by the recognised importance of telematics data and its growing impact on the hire industry. The Asset Tracker functionality gives companies clearer visibility by amalgamating the locations of all your plant onto a single map view, using inbuilt Google Maps. Users can now pinpoint where their plant is on a map based on the current contract information, define a radius for each depot and drill into specifics. Having quick access to this accurate information allows users to better plan the movement of plant between sites, optimise depot transfers as well as charging periods, whilst greatly improving customer service. If you wish to learn more about inspHire’s new Asset Tracker Functionality, then please call them on +44(0)115 979 3377 or visit www.inspHire.com . InspHire launches a brand new Asset Tracker Organised Criminals Exploring Opportunities In video footage released by theWest Midlands Police, and used by the BBC revealed that gangmembers did not have to enter a business premises or home to use the vehicles legitimate key to steal the vehicle. This method of theft was first seen in Moscow back in 2006. The method of theft is called ‘Relay Attack’, and has gradually come to the west and has become a growing threat to so called keyless vehicles in an ever-increasing crime wave. The relay tool equipment used by the criminals started out as large and ‘’home made’’ with the biggest obstacle being electrical power. But as manufacturers in Eastern Europe started to mass produce these tools and other products (OBD key programmers) the size, cost and quality changed dramatically. This allowed the equipment to be used by organised criminal gangs who could conceal the equipment easily and use it knowing that 99 times out of a 100 it would work. With the advent of equipment now being produced in China the equipment has become cheaper again making it far easier to acquire. Some vehicle manufacturers are working on countermeasures to safeguard their vehicles, but until they can introduce them the aftermarket industry are best placed to assist with additional or other solutions immediately. Possible Theft Prevention Solutions are available. Aftermarket Immobiliser As the layers of protection on a modern keyless vehicle are now controlled by the key. The fitting of a verified Aftermarket Immobiliser system that has been verified to function correctly and is safe to install will help put back the layers of protection that have been eroded and designed out. As it is not part of the vehicles OEM system it will not be shut down should a relay attack take place against your vehicle. Vehicle Tracking Systems Vehicle tracking systems are mostly recovery tools should your vehicle be stolen. Some will interact with your vehicle and allow other functions to be used. A verified system should be used at all times especially for your type of vehicle, but only some will get police response should it be required (and when police are able). Anti-ScanWallet Transmitting Radio Frequency from key remotes is not new, however remote key signal extender devices are nowmore affordable and accessible. Two electronic devices are used: the first is placed by the house or where the OEM key is, and the second device is held by the car. The remote key signal is then collected and transmitted, hence how key-less start vehicles are vulnerable to this threat. By placing your key in a verified Anti-Scan Wallet your key is “cloaked” and will prevent this method of attack Mechanical Solutions Fitting a verified mechanical steering or other mechanical immobiliser system that has been verified to function correctly. This is not only a mechanical deterrent but also a visual one. This article was kindly drafted by Mike Briggs of Vehicle Security Solutions Tomorrow (VSST) - www.vsst.co.uk/ A company had been targeted by scammers claiming to be bailiffs from Shoreditch County Court. The company had received a call fromaman claiming he was a bailiff in possession of a warrant fromShoreditch County Court. He stated that he was on route with the police to execute said court order to recover goods to a value of approximately £2,500, and would arrive between 2pmand 4pm. [Bailiffs do not give notice of their intention to arrive.] The bailiff called himself Jonathan Richardson and claimed that the debt related to unpaid invoices for unspecified work for a customer nearly 3 years earlier. The work had been done for a now ex-employee of the company, and correspondence regarding the debt had been sent to and signed off by another ex-employee of the company. The accounts department checked back on any previous correspondence regarding details of any legal proceedings or any business relationship with this particular customer. [No details of this fictitious customer appeared in the company’s accounting records.] Plant Theft: 1 Shoreditch County Court Bailiffs’ Scam