Car thieves target locksmiths to steal key fob programmer Police think the thieves are targeting computers used to program key fobs on newer cars.

If you're looking to pick up a new key fob, or repair one, you might wonder how long programming it takes and whether or not you can do it yourself.

Local News Chicago Car Thieves Now Target Locksmiths For Key Fobs And Programing Devices October 26, 2021 / 5:29 PM CDT / CBS Chicago CHICAGO (CBS) -- It's the latest target for car thieves.

Four people in Philadelphia have been charged with hacking the signals of key fobs to steal and resell dozens of cars in the area, the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General said.