Global Security Leader dormakaba Unveils Keyless ATM Lock to Combat Escalating Jackpotting and Cyber Threats

In a significant move to fortify the global banking infrastructure against sophisticated cyber threats, dormakaba, a world-renowned leader in safe locks and ATM security solutions, has proudly launched its latest innovation: the Apexx Strato Rotary. This groundbreaking keyless electronic lock is engineered specifically to safeguard the vulnerable ATM top hatch, a critical entry point often exploited for unauthorized access, malware installation, and devastating jackpotting attacks.

The Apexx Strato brings advanced Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)-enabled protection directly to the ATM’s most exposed point. By seamlessly replacing outdated shared mechanical keys with meticulously controlled mobile credentials and automated audit capture, this cutting-edge solution dramatically reduces financial exposure, enhances operational visibility, and significantly strengthens security protocols across entire ATM fleets.

“Our team has been relentless over the past three years, launching a suite of new solutions aimed at enhancing operational efficiencies and bolstering risk management for financial institutions, retailers, ATM owners, operators, and cash-in-transit (CIT) service providers,” stated Bruce Kayal, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Global Safe Locks for dormakaba. “Apexx Strato perfectly complements these offerings by integrating a sophisticated locking technology that elevates the safety and security of both our clients’ physical assets and the invaluable human assets dedicated to servicing them.”

The escalating sophistication of organized ATM attacks relentlessly exposes the inherent vulnerabilities of traditional, key-based access systems. Disturbingly, jackpotting and insidious cash-out schemes now constitute a staggering 70% of reported ATM crime in the U.S., a figure underscored by recent ATM Industry Association data. Apexx Strato directly confronts this alarming trend by completely eradicating the risk associated with shared physical keys, ushering in a new era of centralized, secure credential management for all ATM service access.

“You simply cannot steal or duplicate a key that no longer exists,” Kayal powerfully asserted. “Behind every ATM stands a dedicated team tasked with safeguarding customers’ funds. When physical keys are lost, illicitly copied, or carelessly shared, these teams are burdened with unnecessary and avoidable risks. With Apexx Strato, we are empowering our servicing partners with unparalleled control and visibility, simultaneously granting their teams invaluable peace of mind.”

Key Features Defining Apexx Strato’s Superiority

• Keyless and Ultra-Secure Access: Transforms ATM access by replacing vulnerable mechanical keys with highly secure Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) credentials, managed effortlessly via the intuitive dormakaba Safe Locks mobile app.
• Precision-Controlled Technician Access: Ensures individual accountability by assigning unique digital credentials to each user, thereby eliminating the profound security risks associated with shared physical service keys.
• Automated, Immutable Audit Capture: Every single access event is meticulously recorded in real-time, instantly generating comprehensive, audit-ready records, negating the need for error-prone manual logs and paperwork.
• Real-Time Door and Latch Status Monitoring: Delivers immediate and continuous confirmation that the ATM hatch has been opened and securely closed as intended, enhancing situational awareness.
• Dynamic Centralized Access Management: Empowers operators with the ability to remotely add, revoke, or update user permissions swiftly and securely, removing the requirement for costly and time-consuming on-site interventions.
• Seamless Unified ATM Security Ecosystem Integration: Fully integrates with the powerful dormakaba Apexx Software platform, harmonizing with existing dormakaba solutions like CenconX and Axessor Apexx for unparalleled centralized fleet management and comprehensive security oversight.