Many users of wireless security systems in Evansville and surrounding areas are questioning the value of their security system after a recent news story on ABC News regarding the vulnerability to hackers.
SO ARE ALL WIRELESS SECURITY SYSTEMS TRASH?
The news story presented different threat scenarios which were based on criminals using:
- Sophisticated engineering tools to fool or hack the systems wireless devices
- Systems that rely on one-way communication
- A narrow band communication at 300 MHz or 433 MHz.
But alas, NOT ALL SECURITY SYSTEMS ARE CREATED EQUAL!
Using two-way wireless technology creates a significantly more secure system then the standard system many subscribers receive with their “Free sign”. Here’s a little techno jargon for you: 2-way wireless technology uses a 900 MHz frequency hopping; spread-spectrum that is constantly changing the channel used by the system components every 32 milliseconds in a unique pattern to communicate with one another. In layman terms; scramble the signal like an omelet and then it will only arm when every piece of your system communicates back to the receiver. This makes it difficult for a hacker to find and access wireless devices. If you have a business with a wireless system, make sure that it contains the UL Commercial Burglary & Fire listing. To earn this listing a system must demonstrate anti-jamming capabilities.
Of course, it’s not impossible for a determined hacker to access a system, as demonstrated by regular reports of attacks at secured government buildings, major retailers and other organizations. But since most burglaries are a “crime of opportunity”, a little difficulty may cause the Christmas scrooge to seek his treasures elsewhere.
If you have questions regarding the wireless security system you are using in your home or office, please feel contact us for a free assessment.
