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OpenSesame - hacking garages in seconds using a Mattel toy

samy kamkar · demo · Watch on YouTube

Security & hackingEmbedded systems & DIY electronics

What it is

Samy Kamkar demonstrates OpenSesame, a device that opens many fixed-code garage doors in seconds by exploiting a newly found attack, built around a Mattel toy. The video explains the attack and which brands are affected.

Why Hacker News recommends it

HN people cite it as a memorable example of a clever low-cost hardware hack and as a reason to admire Kamkar's work.

  • 1 people recommended it
  • 1 different months
  • 0 strong recommendations
  • first 2016, last 2018

What HN commenters said

  1. “Here is a video where he demonstrates how to open garage doors with a wireless Mattel toy”

    Demonstrates opening garage doors with a wireless Mattel toy.

    pizza, 2016-05 · Recommendation · in “Ask HN: Which hackers do you look up to the most?”

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Topics: security, rf, garage doors, de bruijn, samy kamkar

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