homeland insecurity

Jim MacDonald posted at Making Light a link to how to "bump" a lock. That's right! While Michael Chertoff is still trying out how to make New Orleans safe, somebody's come up with a way to break into your digs more easily. And he wrote about it.
     "If your present security depends on one or more mechanical locks presently thought to be very resistant to manipulation, you should at least investigate whether these locks can be bumped. Manufacturer claims as to how manipulation-resistant a certain lock is should be considered worthless unless the claim specifically mentions resistance to bumping."
     So do what you need to fellers and gals. For my bid, don't value your "stuff" overmuch, but get your locks checked anyway.