1. A method for configuring a cash dispensing automated teller machine (ATM) comprising: a) receiving at least one digitally signed certificate through operation of the ATM, wherein the ATM includes a cash dispenser and at least one processor, wherein the at least one certificate includes at least one serial number; b) verifying through operation of the at least one processor that the at least one serial number included in the at least one certificate corresponds to at least one serial number associated with at least one hardware device of the ATM; c) responsive to (b), configuring the ATM through operation of the at least one processor responsive to the at least one digital certificate.