'ATM jackpotting' leads FBI to issue warning. Here's what to know
7 hours ago
- #ATM security
- #cybercrime
- #FBI alert
- The FBI warns about 'ATM jackpotting,' a cybercrime where thieves use malware to remotely dispense cash from ATMs.
- Over 1,900 incidents have been reported since 2020, with 700+ in 2025 alone, causing over $20 million in losses.
- Thieves use malware like Ploutus to infect ATMs, bypassing bank authorization to dispense cash without a bank card or account.
- Methods of malware installation include replacing the ATM's hard drive or connecting external devices with preloaded malware.
- Warning signs of infection include unexpected executable files, new directories, USB insertion events, and ATM door alerts.
- Financial institutions should monitor for digital and physical tampering signs to detect infected ATMs.
- To report 'ATM jackpotting,' contact local FBI field offices or the Internet Crime Complaint Center with detailed information.