
FBI Warns of ATM Jackpotting Attacks Causing $20 Million in Losses to Banks in 2025
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The FBI issued a Flash alert reporting that ATM jackpotting attacks resulted in financial losses exceeding $20 million for banks in 2025 alone. The alert specifically warns financial institutions about the surge in these attacks, which involve criminals manipulating ATMs to dispense cash fraudulently. No specific technical details, threat actors, or geographic locations were disclosed in the notice. The alert focuses on the financial impact and the rising trend of such incidents. The losses were quantified based on reported cases within the stated timeframe.