LSS+ CD ROM SERIES

Supplement to Locks, Safes and Security (Second Edition)

The LSS+ series is the multimedia complement to Locks, Safes, and Security, written by Marc Weber Tobias. In addition to the primary LSS+ Infobase disk described below, there are multimedia supplements that contain video files that are linked to the main Infobase. Each of these disks is color coded and numbered by security level. The LSS+ CD ROM series contains up to fourteen disks, depending upon security level: PUBLIC, LOCKSMITH, GOVERNMENT, and ALARMS. Each disk is color coded by access rights, as shown.  As more information is added to the Infobase, additional disks will be released, in sequential numbered order. Presently, the multimedia disks that are available are: LSS101, LSS102, LSS201, LSS202, LSS203, LSS204, LSS205, LSS206 LSS301, LSS302, LSS303, LSS304, LSS305, LSS401, LSS402, LSS403, LSS701.

Contents for the PUBLIC and LOCKSMITH versions of LSS+ Multimedia supplement..

Contents for the GOVERNMENT version of LSS+ Multimedia supplement.

Contents for the ALARMS version of LSS+ Multimedia supplement

LSS+ provides a sophisticated search engine to allow instant access to all information contained within the Infobase. Whereas PDF files allow viewing of information and extremely limited search capabilities, the LSS+ series allows complex searches and retrieval of all information contained within the 10 GB Infobase. The series of disks presents extremely detailed information, graphics, audio and video files, as well as full text patents to supplement the data within the hardbound edition. More than 5000 images have been added, as well as hundred of audio and video clips, and over three hundred patents. There is more than forty hours of video, describing a variety of topics in detail, including the bypass of many high security locks and safes. There is no equivalent reference available.

The LSS+2008 black disk contains four books books, all of the text, images, and graphics, and links to the other disks in the series. All license files are contained on this disk, and must be activated before you can view the contents of any disk. The licenses for LSS+, DAME, and the High Security Supplement have been combined on this disk for the 2007 and 2008 releases. However, you will also need to generate a separate license for the LSS 101-102, 201-204, 301-305, and LSS401-403. 

The HIGH SECURITY SUPPLEMENT, LSS701 was added in 2008. This is the text that details the defeat of Medeco high security locks. You must have a copy of LSS+ to view the contents of this disk.

The primary Infobase is contained on the LSS+ disk. It is common to all security levels.  You may request A Preview copy by sending an e-mail to mwtobias@security.org.

The PUBLIC Infobase contains information that is not sensitive or restricted in nature, and closely follows the text within the hardbound edition of Locks, Safes, and Security. The set is comprised of LSS+, and LSS101 disks. Purchasers of the PUBLIC version will not be required to provide identification. Only Level One information will be available to public users.

The LOCKSMITH Infobase contains restricted information regarding the bypass of certain locks and safes, as well as detailed data regarding the forensic investigation of locks, safes, and security. Significant material has been added to the chapters on forensics. This information, regarding burglary investigation, is intended for investigative locksmiths, law enforcement, and criminalists. The LOCKSMITH version of LSS+ will only be available to tradecraft and government agencies, and is distributed  by Security.org and other vendors. The set is comprised of LSS+, LSS101, LSS102, LSS201, LSS202, LSS203, LSS204, LSS205, LSS206 LSS501, LSS502. The 2007 version of DAME combined LSS501 and LSS502 on a single disk.

The Defense Against Methods of Entry (D.A.M.E) special supplement provides approximately sixty video segments that detail methods of bypass. This material is part of the DAME course taught by Harry Sher, and can be purchased separately from the Locksmith or Government Versions of LSS+. Additional materials that describe the methods of bypass are contained within LSS+. Originally, DAME was issued with LSS501 and LSS502 in a two-volume CD series. As of 2007, it is contained on a single DVD. You may also obtain this supplement on USB drive if you do not have a DVD reader in your computer. A surcharge of $25.00 is charged for the 2.0GB drive.

The GOVERNMENT Infobase contains restricted and sensitive information regarding the bypass of certain locks and safes, as well as all off the information accessible in Level one and two. Extensive information, as well as video is provided regarding the latest tools for the bypass of high security locks. The set is comprised of LSS+, LSS101, LSS102, LSS201, LSS202, LSS203, LSS204, LSS205, LSS206, LSS301-305, LSS401, LSS402, LSS403. This set will be sold to law enforcement and government agencies only. You may also purchase LSS701, the High Security Supplement.

The ALARMS Infobase contains approximately ten hours of video, in addition to a very detailed examination of alarm systems, sensors, system vulnerabilities, and sensor defeat techniques, as contained within chapter 40. This material has been greatly expanded from the original version of the book, and of LSS+ Version 4.05. ALARMS will only be sold to government agencies or private security contractors providing services to government agencies.

The HIGH SECURITY SUPPLEMENT is a single disk in two versions: Government and Locksmith. You must have the appropriate version of LSS+ to view its contents. The Infobase contains more than 300 images, tables, charts, and graphs and 250 pages of text that details the latest techniques to compromise all levels of security of Medeco Biaxial, m3, and Bilevel cylinders.

The High Security Supplement is also available in a printed edition.