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Five Venezuelans plead guilty to ATM jackpotting attacks in US
September 1, 2026 · BleepingComputer · Severity: HIGH
Five Venezuelan nationals pleaded guilty to attempting to empty automated teller machines (ATMs) using malware in a series of ATM jackpotting attacks.
Key Takeaways
- The guilty plea by five Venezuelans highlights the international nature of ATM jackpotting crimes.
- ATM jackpotting attacks use malware to force machines to dispense cash rapidly.
- This case demonstrates the effectiveness of law enforcement in prosecuting cyber-enabled financial crimes.