1998-01-09 - Schneier’s metrocard cracked
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From: dlv@bwalk.dm.com (Dr.Dimitri Vulis KOTM)
To: cypherpunks@toad.com
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UTC Datetime: 1998-01-09 04:15:09 UTC
Raw Date: Fri, 9 Jan 1998 12:15:09 +0800
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From: dlv@bwalk.dm.com (Dr.Dimitri Vulis KOTM)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 1998 12:15:09 +0800
To: cypherpunks@toad.com
Subject: Schneier's metrocard cracked
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I heard on the radio that the security scheme used in New York City metrocards
(designed with much input frm Bruce Schneier) has been cracked and that the
"hackers" can now add fare to the cards.
Does anyone know any details? What encryption did Schneier use?
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Dr.Dimitri Vulis KOTM
Brighton Beach Boardwalk BBS, Forest Hills, N.Y.: +1-718-261-2013, 14.4Kbps
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