dormakaba launches keyless lock to strengthen ATM security

dormakaba, a global leader in safe locks and trusted provider of ATM security solutions for financial institutions worldwide, today announced the launch of its newest innovation, Apexx Strato Rotary. The keyless electronic ATM rotary lock is designed to secure the ATM top hatch and help prevent unauthorized access that can lead to malware installation and jackpotting attacks.
 
Apexx Strato delivers Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)-enabled protection for the ATM’s most vulnerable access point, the top hatch. By replacing shared mechanical keys with controlled mobile credentials and automatic audit capture, the solution helps reduce financial exposure while improving visibility and strengthening security across ATM fleets.
 
“Our team has launched several new solutions over the past three years focused on driving continued operational efficiencies and risk management for financial institutions, retailers, ATM owners and operators, and cash-in-transit (CIT) service providers,” said Bruce Kayal, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Global Safe Locks for dormakaba. “Apexx Strato complements these solutions by integrating another locking technology that further enhances the safety and security of our clients’ physical assets as well as the human assets responsible for servicing them.”
 
Organized ATM attacks continue to expose the limitations of legacy key-based access. Jackpotting and cash-out schemes now account for 70% of reported ATM crime in the U.S., according to ATM Industry Association data. Apexx Strato addresses this risk by eliminating shared physical keys and introducing centralized credential management for ATM service access.
 
“You can’t steal or copy a key that no longer exists,” Kayal said. “Behind every ATM is a team responsible for keeping customers’ money safe. When physical keys are lost, copied, or shared, those teams are left managing unnecessary risk. We’re giving our servicing partners greater control and visibility while giving their teams greater peace of mind.”
 

Key features of Apexx Strato

• Keyless access: Replaces shared mechanical keys with secure BLE credentials through the dormakaba Safe Locks mobile app.
• Controlled technician access: Digital credentials assigned to individual users improve accountability and eliminate shared service keys.
• Automatic audit capture: Every access event is recorded automatically, creating audit-ready records without manual logs or paperwork.
• Real-time door and latch status monitoring: Provides confirmation that the ATM hatch was opened and closed as expected.
• Centralized access management: Operators can remotely add, remove, or update user permissions without on-site changes.
• Unified ATM security ecosystem: Integrates with the dormakaba Apexx Software platform alongside dormakaba solutions such as CenconX and Axessor Apexx for centralized fleet management.