CAN Injection and Vehicle Security: Investigation of Modern Car Theft Techniques

Learn about a real-world car theft investigation in this DEF CON 31 Car Hacking Village presentation that details how a security researcher's Toyota RAV4 was stolen using CAN injection techniques. Explore the technical aspects of CAN bus operations, frame spoofing methods, and modified transceiver usage to disable ECU communications. Follow the investigative journey from initial discovery through electronics reverse engineering, bench testing, and circuit analysis. Gain insights into the disclosure process with manufacturers, media coverage, and potential security fixes for the automotive industry. Understand the implications of vehicle security vulnerabilities through firsthand experience, complete with detailed explanations of the theft device's functionality, industry response, and proposed countermeasures. Discover practical knowledge about automotive security weaknesses and their real-world exploitation through this comprehensive analysis of a sophisticated car theft case study.