New Cyber Crime Tactic Hijacks Your ATM Data Via Fake Card Slot

By Andrew Phelps, KPBS Public Broadcasting

Published June 20, 2007 at 3:30 PM PDT

This story was published more than 16 years ago.

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Getting instant cash out of an Automated Teller Machine is easy. We take it for granted. But thieves are preying on that convenience. Andrew Phelps is here to tell us more.

Since ATMs were invented, banks have tried to reassure us they're safe to use. By and large, ATMs are safe. But a new type of ATM crime has arrived in San Diego. If you're not paying enough attention, someone could steal your money -- and your identity.