When you think of hackers hacking ATMs, you probably envision them holding tools that plugs into the ATM, or perhaps create ATM card skimmers that lets them steal account information and passwords. Well in a surprising hack discovered by security vendor, Symantec, it seems that hackers have found a way to make a certain type of ATM spew out cash via text message.
The ATM brand in question remains a mystery which we guess is a good thing since it would probably create a lot of panic if it were revealed, not to mention the backlash banks using that brand would get if it was discovered as well, although then again the public does have the right to know, don’t they? (more…)
Hackers Make ATMs Spit Out Cash By Sending A Text Message original content from Ubergizmo. 
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