Reply to post: Re: Physical Access

Crooks make US ATMs spew million-plus bucks in 'jackpotting' hacks

Adam 1

Re: Physical Access

I watched the Barnaby Jack video years ago. It's well worth your time if for no other reason than to appreciate the mindset of someone determined to get into one.

From memory*, he pointed out how the threat model was understood to be a case of protect the cash safe and not enough thought was given to protecting the PC itself which was accessible with a pretty simple key. A bit of social engineering would make your farting about non suspicious. Have two of you there, wear something resembling a uniform and bring a lanyard, and call the manager of the store an hour before you get there telling them that there has been an alert which requires a technician. Ask the manager to call some number when they arrive and when they leave "for security".

*at least I think it was that video, apologies if it was another.

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