FBI Reports Over 1,900 ATM ‘Jackpotting’ Attacks Since 2020 With $20,000,000 Lost in 2025

On February 21, 2026, the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center highlighted a surge in ATM "jackpotting" attacks in the US. The agency says more than 1,900 incidents have been recorded since 2020, with over 700 cases in 2025 alone causing losses exceeding $20,000,000. Criminals allegedly use generic keys and malware to override bank authorization and trigger ATMs to dispense cash, prompting the FBI to urge financial institutions to strengthen physical and software security.