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CVE-2018-16806
MEDIUM · CVSS 6.5
EPSS exploitation probability: 0%
Published 2018-09-10T23:29:00.407 · Last modified 2026-06-17T01:44:50.990

Summary

A Pektron Passive Keyless Entry and Start (PKES) system, as used on the Tesla Model S and possibly other vehicles, relies on the DST40 cipher, which makes it easier for attackers to obtain access via an approach involving a 5.4 TB precomputation, followed by wake-frame reception and two challenge/response operations, to clone a key fob within a few seconds.

Affected products

pektron — passive_keyless_entry_and_start_system_firmware

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References

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