FIELD: physics, computer engineering.
SUBSTANCE: invention relates to computer engineering. A method of preventing unauthorised use of vehicle equipment, based on use of software, the method comprising determining, using a vehicle computer system, that the infotainment system is turned on; receiving a unique identification number of the vehicle from a vehicle network associated with the vehicle in which the infotainment system is installed; comparing the unique identification number of the vehicle with a stored identification number of the vehicle, previously associated with the infotainment system; providing access to the infotainment system only if the unique identification number of the vehicle matches the stored identification number of the vehicle; otherwise blocking use of the infotainment system.
EFFECT: effective prevention of unauthorised use of stolen equipment in another vehicle.
3 cl, 5 dwg
