ATM Security Recommendations

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ATM Security Recommendations
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ATM Security Recommendations

• There are over 200,000 ATMs in the U.S.
• Cash in ATMs ranges from 15,000 in small
  machines to 250,000 in larger bank machines

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Potential Security-Related Problems

• Attack of ATM machine or installation
• May drag small machine from site
• Disable alarm - break into machine - destroy
  surveillance tapes
• Smash ATMs with sledgehammers and metal bars
• Safety and security of guards or other employees
  of the financial institution

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• Fraudulent access to ATM cards
• Shoulder Surfing
• Video Cameras and laptop computers
• Use of scanners to steal credit card numbers -
  skimmers

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• Robbery of ATM patron
• Robber will take other personal possessions
• Victim may be physically assaulted
• May lead to carjacking
• Most dangerous hours for ATM crime are from 700
  PM until midnight

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ATM Safety and Security Recommendations

• Approaching the ATM
• Keep all windows closed and all doors locked at a
  drive-up ATM. Keep the vehicle running and watch
  all sides.
• When approaching the ATM, be alert for suspicious
  persons.
• Never approach an ATM if the lights at the site
  are not working.
• If possible, take a companion along to the ATM,
  particularly after dark.

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• Using the ATM
• If waiting in line to use the ATM, wait well
  behind the person(s) ahead of you, and do not
  approach the ATM until they complete their
  transaction.
• Advise someone if they are too close to you.

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• Before you approach the ATM, have your card ready
  and know your code.
• Memorize your PIN. Do not write your PIN on your
  ATM card or carry your PIN in your wallet or
  purse.

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• Do not select an easy to remember PIN
• When using the ATM, stand directly in front of
  the keyboard, blocking the view of others
• Never accept offers of assistance with the ATM
  from strangers.

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• When your ATM transaction is completed,
  immediately take your property - card, receipt,
  money, etc., put them in your pocket, wallet or
  purse and leave immediately. Never stand and
  count your money.
• If you lose, misplace or have your ATM card
  stolen, notify the card issuer immediately

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