SHOCKING! I know. It kindof freaked me out when I first saw the video, and then I found some remarks about this from the owner of a lock company who said some interesting things about the topic. Here they are:
1. Most any lock is vulnerable.
2. Most any lock can be made safer by reconfiguring the pins or using special pins.
3. There are high security locks, almost bump proof, but they may require a signature card system.
Probably the biggest bit of information I got from this is that total home security is needed on top of "fixing" your locks to really make your home safe. I thought this information could be useful and benefical to all.
Public service site about lock bumping.
http://lockbumping.org
Posted by: beachdude | October 06, 2007 at 02:48 PM
You can get bump proof locks that guard against lock bumping at http://antibumplocks.com
Posted by: Antibump Locks: Lock Bumping Protection | November 06, 2007 at 05:18 PM
It's scary to know that most locks can be unlocked through lock bumping. And the fact that it's easy to do is all the more shocking. I also agree that improving your home security can help you prevent that.
Posted by: Venisse Quellette | September 08, 2011 at 01:07 PM